What To See Copenhagen 2023

Flagship Store Ny Østergade 4 in Copenhagen and Copenhagen airport terminal 2-3

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

HIGH-END SHOPPING..10

There are no excuses for not shopping in the capital.

Chef and restaurant owner Rosio Sanchez tells us why she is passionate about serving Mexican food in Copenhagen.

74 Denmark is rich in history and, fortunately, a large selection of museums to tell you about it, along with many beautiful parks.

NEIGHBOURHOODS AND AREA ..............

106 Big city – with many neighbourhoods Copenhagen is made up of many distinctive neighbourhoods Frederiksberg, reminiscent of Paris. The modern Islands Brygge. Amager is one of a kind. Vesterbro is local and urban, and Nørrebro never sleeps. Together they make Copenhagen come alive all year round.

PERSONAL INTERVIEWS

EXPLORE WITH YOUR PHONE

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WELCOME TO COPENHAGEN

OLE HENRIKSEN TELLS US ABOUT WHAT MAKES COPENHAGEN WORTH A VISIT.

By Søren Sorgenfri

‘COPENHAGEN WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT’

Ole Henriksen is in love with Copenhagen. This has been the case since the worldrenowned and recognized wellness expert in more than 50 countries and Denmark’s most famous smile and big heart, where he visited it Danish capital for the first time. ‘As a teenager I won a trip to Copenhagen in a competition and to be in the Capital for the first time was an adventure and the peak of the trip was Tivoli. I love amusement parks, but Tivoli is special. The old park is so beautiful and intimate. Copenhagen, Tivoli and I was love at first sight.’ Ole Henriksen has visited Copenhagen a lot of times since then.

WHAT DOES COPENHAGEN HAVE THAT OTHER CITIES DON’T?

What I love about Copenhagen is it’s an intimate big city surrounded by water and beautiful architecture wherever you look. Copenhagen has also become a culinary destination for tourist from around the world with restaurants like Alchemist, Noma, and Geranium to name

a few. However, my husband Laurence and my personal favorite, is FIAT situated on the royal square serving delicious Italian food indoors and a beautiful courtyard outside with lush greenery.

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WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND FOR A TOURIST TO SEE?

I recommend every visitor to visit the beautiful Royal Palaces –4 of them facing each other and guarded by the royal guards that actually march thru the streets of Copenhagen every mid-day playing beautiful music. The Danish monarchy also happens to be the oldest in Europe and I’m proud to say that the Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary make for a gorgeous couple that all of Denmark love.

A museum that’s high on my list to experience is Glyptoteket with its exceptional collection of Danish and French art. Exhibited in classical regal environment. And I highly suggest after you visit this stunning museum to stop next door to the world’s oldest amusement park,

Tivoli, that actually became the inspiration for Walt Disney to create Disneyland. The fast rides and the famous pantomime theatre is surrounded by a lush big park-like garden. And if you get hungry there are a lot of cafes to choose from. My favorite one is in the Nimb hotel with beautiful views of the Tivoli garden. One final thing not to miss is the canal tour of the 856 year old city that Copenhagen is, the starting point is Nyhavn where you are going to be mesmerized by the variety of multicolored houses.

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#CHRISTIANSBORG

Copenhagen City The city center is the very heart of Copenhagen. Beating, vibrant and very much alive despite being more than a 1000-years old. It is the medieval part of city and the historical hot spot of Copenhagen with a skyline decorated with church towers, historic buildings, narrow alleys and excellent shopping venues.

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#MAGSTRÆDE

#SKUESPILHUSET

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CITY CENTER

By Søren Sorgenfri

WHY DO YOU LOVE FASHION?

My work is about helping people express themselves and reinforce their identity through the choice of clothing. What you’re wearing is your visible DNA. If you do not feel good about your appearance, then it can limit you in your ability to feel confident and perform.

SHOPPING STREETS OF COPENHAGEN

YOUR FAVOURITE STORES IN COPENHAGEN?

There are many, but I must mention Bach Copenhagen and Apair. I also like Ole Lynggaard, Vestium, Bakkekildecph and Illum a lot, to be honest.

HOW IS COPENHAGEN AS A FASHION CITY?

It is amazing and inspiring. I love the Danes for not being easily influenced by others. They do not care how others look at them, and Copenhageners dare to have their own style. This means that Copenhagen is starting trends all over Europe within design, interior and architecture.

WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN COPENHAGEN?

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE DESIGNER?

Only one?! I must mention four: Ole Yde, Stina Goya, Ganni and Charlotte Lynggaard

You are close to everything. The sea, big city life, many cultures, high-end shopping and flea markets at one and the same time. There is room for one to be oneself. You can just take two chairs and sit in the street, relax, and have fun. It is okay. That the city is so unpolished and imperfect means that many trends begin in Copenhagen.

ALICIA SÖDERHOLM, HAS HER OWN COMPANY AND WORKS INDEPENDENTLY AS A PERSONAL STYLIST AND IMAGE CONSULTANT.

WHAT ARE THREE PLACES YOU WOULD RECOMMEND TOURISTS TO GO?

There are also many nice places, but I must say Ofelia Plads at Nyhavn. Christiania is something completely unique. The same goes for Glyptoteket’s fantastic exhibitions and atmosphere.

”You are close to everything. The sea, big city life, many cultures, high-end shopping and flea markets. ”

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PLAYFULLY UNCONTRIVED

Celebrating 60 years of exclusive fine jewellery

This year, OLE LYNGGAARD COPENHAGEN celebrates its 60th anniversary. Every piece of fine jewellery from OLE LYNGGAARD COPENHAGEN is d esigned by Ole and Charlotte Lynggaard and handcrafted by master goldsmiths.

For almost 60 years, the brand has handcrafted collections of exquisite craftsmanship. The family-run brand remains deeply rooted in its Scandinavian values, with quality and intricate design as the pivotal point of the glittering collections. Fine jewellery from the Danish Royal Purveyor is available to quality-conscious women across the globe with 250 high-end retailers and in six flagship stores. Visitors to our flagship stores in Copenhagen, Copenhagen Airport, Paris, Stockholm, Munich

and Sydney will experience an enticing atmosphere combining the oriental mysteries of The Far East and the pure lines of the far North. Pre-schedule or visit on a whim, our guests are always invited to relax in our cosmopolitan oasis. Whether visiting flagship stores or our network of global retail partners, you will find inspiration for your next jewellery investment and learn how to style your favourite pieces for a look of understated elegance.

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OLE LYNGGAARD

Flagship Store København, Ny Østergade 4, Tel. +45 33 33 03 45

Flagship Store

Københavns Lufthavn terminal 2-3 Tel. +45 40843338

Charlotte & Ole Lynggaard

KLARLUND FOCUS ON QUALITY

You can’t say Strøget without saying Klarlund. Since 1947, Klarlund has been selling high quality watches and Jewellery and is today a modern company with strong roots in history and a clear vision for human values.

NATHALIE FROM KLARLUND TELLS

Klarlund doesn’t compromise. This is reflected in the huge range of exclusive watches and high-quality jewellery, including world-famous brands such as Tudor, Rolex, Hublot, and Panerai, as well as Klarlund’s own extensive jewellery collection. Here, the craftsmanship, gemstones, and the precise cutting of diamonds is top-notch.

The targeted focus on quality comes with a privilege, as Klarlund often follows its customers through their life stages. From engagement and wedding rings to morning gifts and child’s first watch. That’s why great service becomes almost familiar, and jewellery and rings become Klarlund’s heart-warming signature.

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THE GATEWAY TO LUXURY SHOPPING IN COPENHAGEN

For more than 25 years, Group 88 has been synonymous with luxury and is today the preferred partner of luxury brands in the Nordics, which has helped to cement Copenhagen’s position as the region’s leading shopping destination.

In addition to its cluster of international flagship stores in the heart of Copenhagen, Group 88’s presents a unique stand-alone space of everevolving fashion, lifestyle, and accessories.

Located on the first floor of department store, Illum, Collage the Shop is a must-visit destination for the fashion and design curious alike. Featuring brands like Autry, Celine, Dior, Egonlab, Fendi, Givenchy, Valentino, and Vetements.

Visit www.collagetheshop.com

Group 88 Denmark is the official partner of Bottega Veneta, Burberry, LOEWE, Mulberry, and Saint Laurent.

CURATED COLLECTIONS

A-COLD-WALL* – C.P.

COMPANY – DONDUP

DSQUARED2 – HERNO – OFFICINE CREATIVE

KENZO – BARENA VENEZIA – TOMBOLINI – EVISU VIRÓN – PAUL SMITH – ALBERTO FASCIANI

GAMMEL MØNT 1 — CPH

TUMI AND SAMSONITE STORE WITH EXCLUSIVE QUALITY AND TRAVEL PRODUCTS

Introducing the ultimate travel store in Copenhagen, where two iconic brands come together under one roof - Tumi and Samsonite.

At our store, you’ll find an extensive range of premium quality luggage and travel essentials from these two renowned brands, renowned for their craftsmanship, durability, and innovative designs.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a globetrotting adventure, we have the perfect luggage and travel accessories to meet your needs. From Tumi’s sleek and sophisticated collections to Samsonite’s functional and durable range, we’ve got something for everyone.

Our knowledgeable staff are dedicated to helping you find the perfect luggage that suits your style and travel requirements. Whether you need a spacious suitcase, a versatile backpack, or a stylish duffel bag, we’ll guide you through our extensive collection to find the perfect match for you.

What’s more, with our convenient location in the heart of Copenhagen, you can easily pop by and browse our collection before your next adventure.

Welcome to the best of both worlds at the Tumi and Samsonite store in Copenhagen. Our exceptional products, outstanding service, and unbeatable quality will make your next journey unforgettable. Visit us:

Ny Østergade 2, 1100 Copenhagen K

GO SHOPPING AND EXPERIENCE A GREAT SELECTION OF TREASURES

Go shopping and discover Copenhagen has changed significantly since the turn of the millennium.

It’s gone from being a small big city to being a real European metropolis. This is reflected in the current large and impressive selection of shopping and leisure opportunities. The famous shopping street Strøget has expanded, and exclusive shops flourish there, as well as on parallel streets such as Ny Østergade and Pilestræde.

Here, market-leading Danish fashion names have found home in this buzzing part of the capital, alongside world-famous international top brands.

Discover Mads Nørregaard on Strøget, Paustian, Hay, Nü Copenhagen, Moss, Sand, Birger Christensen and many more. The side streets do not hold back with Les Deux, Norr, Samsøe & Samsøe, Adidas, Mulberry and Acne Jeans in Pilestræde, and Ill7, Rue Verte and Luxury Vintage in Ny Østergade. And that is just a small selection of the brands present close to Strøget. Head into the side streets of Strøget and discover unexpected, cool shopping experiences.

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APAIR FOOTWEAR

Apair Footwear is a multi-brand store placed in one of Copenhagen’s most attractive locations, Hovedvagtsgade 6. The store moved from Ny Østergade 3, in the beginning of 2020 where the store was located for more than 20 years, to larger premises just around the corner. Ever since the beginning, the multibrand store was determined to have focus on unique and quality brands, and most of all to create and design exclusive shoes from their own brand by the same name Apair, beside the city store, Apair has stores in Waterfront shopping center in Hellerup and FRB.C Shopping, and a Webshop - www.apair.dk. In Apair you can find quality products for him and her, everything from shoes and clothes to accessories and bags.

The Apair collection is produced in Italy by some of the best artisans in the world. The newest collection focuses on quality and comfort - as well as colors, textures and having fun with your wardrobe.

Hovedvagtsgade 6, 1101 Copenhagen

AS FREIESLEBEN HJORT, OWNER OF APAIR, TELLS US:

“We started Apair thirty years ago. My husband comes from a family that produces leather bags, Cavalet, so the inspiration for fine leather goods came naturally to us. We decided to embark upon the adventure by buying unique shoes and a few bags from hand-picked Italian designers”.

“They shouldn’t just be a pair of shoes. They must fit well, be unique and of a quality that ensures longevity. I don’t like the idea of throwing them away and buying new ones. So, that’s a part of my philosophy when buying shoe designs for the store, just as it’s part of our design DNA in our own Apair collection”.

“We opened the first store at Copenhagen Airport. There were no other shoe stores, so it was a fun and exciting time that made us want to do more. We dreamt of coming to the city centre and found the perfect location on Ny Østergade. We further developed our entire concept here, including the familiar turquoise blue colour that Apair is famous for today”.

“Today, we still sell many Italian brands at the store and now especially our own Apair collection, which my wholesale partner Birgitte Holten and I are responsible for. We’re inspired by our Nordic background and everyday life, as well as by the

streets of Italy. That’s why we also have our shoes sewn in Italy, and it’s the process that fascinates me. From development and design to the shoe that’s so beautiful that you can drift off just by looking at it. That’s when you know it’s an Apair shoe. The Apair Wholesale collection is sold at beautiful shops all over Scandinavia”.

For Apair in Hovedvagtsgade, shoes aren’t just footwear. Here, aesthetics, comfort and durability go hand in hand with Nordic design and sustainability.

DULONG FINE JEWELRY CLASSIC, EDGY AND GLAMOROUS

Since 2005, Dulong Fine Jewelry has been creating collections o f exclusive jewellery with the finest materials, focusing on uncompromising craftsmanship. The Dulong jewellery universe comprises several collections, ea ch with their own characteristics, but with a common identity, which ensures that all the pieces complement each other.

The balance between the classic, edgy and glamorous character of the jewellery appeals to the stylish woman who likes to stand out from the crowd and who doesn’t compromise on quality or exclusivity.

Allow yourself to be whisked away into a jewellery world of diamonds, pearls and precious

stones in beautiful colours, sublime craftsmanship and iconic, timeless designs.

Visit our flagship store in the old town of Copenhagen, which has also gained international attention for its intriguing interior design.

www.dulongfinejewelry.com

HIGH-END JEWELLERY WITH SUSTAINABLE PRINCIPLES

At Apel Fine Jewellery in Store Kongensgade 58, you’ll find an e xtensive selection of exclusive, unique and handmade diamond jewellery and engagem ent and wedding rings with a sustainable angle.

Only natural and untreated diamonds and gemstones

By Thomas’ side is Mette Bøttger, who is part of the daily operations - and who also forms a private couple with Thomas. Together, they have developed the business to focus on exclusive, hand-crafted diamond jewellery in classic designs, the finest untreated sapphires, which are a rarity today, and exclusively

natural and untreated diamonds, most of which are GIA certified. In the future, jewellery with precious stones other than diamonds will also only be made with untreated precious stones, which make up just 1% of the market for precious stones used for jewellery. Synthetic diamonds or lab-grown diamonds, which are made in a laboratory, are not welcome at Apel Fine Jewellery.

The owners Thomas Cloos Kruse and Mette Bøttger are here photographed by a customer at their weekly Friday bar from h. 15.00. Everybody are welcome!

OLE HENRIKSEN SKINCARE BRAND CELEBRATES FORTY YEARS!

I recently celebrated my fortieth anniversary of the Ole Henriksen Skincare Brand in Copenhagen. I had invited social media influencers from the US and Europe as my guests. Copenhagen was a natural choice for me as the host city for this major event and the many fun activities for my guests. I’m proud to say that my philosophy of wellness and the active ingredients in my product recipes are inspired by my home country. Needless to say, my guests fell madly in love with Copenhagen and I know you will too!

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A TREASURE OF DANISH DESIGN

A holiday in Copenhagen calls for a spot of retail therapy involving Danish design. Kitchenware, home decor, elegant table settings, outdoor accessories, or that surprisingly beautiful gift to take home, Danish design has it all. A Copenhagener’s inside tip would be to visit the concept store Kitchen Living Dining at Niels Hemmingsens Gade 28 by the cobblestoned Gråbrødretorv Square close to Strøget. Here you’ll get a great feel for

the open Danish design universe and innovation, as well as market-leading brands from the Nordic region and the rest of Europe.

Here you’ll find everything from adventurous plates that make it easy for children to learn how to eat to cutlery and table settings for special occasions. This is also where you’ll find your next idea to give your bathroom, living room, or home office a cool Danish look.

GO FOR TASTY PASTRY

Danes around 10 kilos of pastry and cake every year. We are surprised to learn it is not more than that! After all Copenhagen is pastry heaven so treat yourself with a bit of tasty pastry.

You will find pastry at every bakery. Like Lagkagehuset with bakeries all over town and now opened in London with the brand, Steen & Ole.

Conditeri La Glace is a pastry and cake institution. The patisserie has a large selection of delicious cakes made from the best ingredients served in amazing surroundings.

Leckerbaer in Ryesgade at Østerbro might be small but with the biggest of ambitions. The

pastry shop makes everything from scratch and strives for the highest quality and honesty in the baking process and the couple behind are Michelin chefs so yes. It is absolutely worth the walk.

In central Islands Brygge, you’ll find the award-winning Andersen Bakery. Stop for tasty pastry before taking a walk along the inner part of the old Copenhagen harbor.

In Grønnegade you will find ‘Queens Delight’ a bakery specialized in eclairs.

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HIGH TEA

Quality & tradition since 1835

A.C. Perchs Teashop

offers more than 150 different kinds of tea served with freshly baked scones with lemon curd, petit four cakes and delicious finger sandwiches. We have more than 186 years of experience and our competent and friendly staff look forward to welcoming you inside our shops in Copenhagen & Aarhus.

CHOCOLATE, HYGGE AND DAMN GOOD COFFEE

Hygge is a Danish concept which involves having a good time with your friends or family. However, hygge requires a spontaneous element. It could be a piece of homemade cake. Or it could be chocolate – perhaps the delicious chocolates from premium chocolate manufacturer Peter Beier in Skoubogade 1. His chocolatery only uses the best ingredients available, directly imported from Peter Beier’s own cocoa plantation in the Caribbean. Hygge is quite often accompanied by a cup of coffeeor two, and if you go with friends for hygge, you’ll

find plenty of highly skilled baristas out there. Copenhagen is crowded with great coffee bars.

5 PERFECT COFFEE BARS FOR HYGGE

The Coffee Collective

Darcy’s Kaffe

Kaffedepartementet

Democratic Coffee

Andersen & Maillard

Kaf’bar

Coffee Room

Rist

Enghave Kaffe

KaffeBar.

WHAT IS HYGGE?

Pronounced ‘hue-guh’ (more or less) it is a laidback feeling of coziness. Just relax, hang out with your friends, and have some food or a cup of coffee or a cold beer in the sun. Life is good; no reason to worry. Unless you forget to bring the cake.

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ALIDA MARSTRAND CHOKOLADE

Once upon a time, there was a determined woman named Alida Marstrand ... This is the story of how this tiny chocolate shop in Copenhagen began. The determined woman had just lost her husband, and had to act fast in order to feed herself and five young children. She decided to open a shop and make exclusive chocolates from recipes she had inherited from her grandmother.

That was in 1930. Today, chocolatier and confectioner Gunhild Persson is the owner of the chocolate shop. She creates tasty treats based on both traditional and modern recipes.

Among many specialties are orange peel covered in dark chocolate, marzipan dipped in fondant, nougat and hazelnuts covered in milk chocolate and the typical Danish Flødebolle –a meringue cream dipped in dark chocolate. Every single piece is prepared on the premises by hand, according to traditional methods.

Bredgade 14, 1260 Copenhagen

TELL US WHAT MAKES PERCH’S THEHANDEL SPECIAL?

Perch has gone through two world wars in its 187 years, and been in the hands of our family since 1894. My brother Christian and I are the fifth generation in the family history.

In all these years, we have only sold quality tea and have not welcomed coffee. Coffee is not something you can have with tea, as the store will smell of coffee and not of tea and disturb the taste of the specific tea. Today, Perch has 175 different teas, and because we have been in the game for so many years, we trade directly with quality producers in India and Asia. The contacts we have today ensure high-quality and often unique opportunities for exciting tastes. At the end of the expedition, all customers receive a candy according to ancient Chinese custom as a polite thank you for the deal.

and we place great emphasis on training our employees to provide the best service.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR TRADITIONS?

We give ourselves time to talk to the customer, and prefer to give them some good knowledge to take home. Just 20 years ago, Perch was still a store that sold only quality tea. We still do, but tea has also become an exclusive gift, replacing chocolate. This has challenged us, which is why we have spent a lot of resources on developing beautiful cans, boxes and calendars for anniversaries, celebrations and holidays.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR AFTERNOON TEA?

TELL US ABOUT THE SECRET BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?

Quality is the reason why our customers come again. It is a very important part of our work,

Afternoon tea is something very special, and not only with us. Tea instills a wish for contemplation and presence with those we care about, and this combines well when drinking tea and enjoying a little company. You cannot log on to Wi-Fi at Perch, because here you have to enjoy the moment, the tea and the good company.

STUNNING CHEESECAKE

Bertels Salon is a coffee and tea shop, and Copenhagen’s leading cheesecake specialist. It’s said that even the biggest cheesecake sceptic will raise the white flag and ask for more after tasting a piece or two (or three) of Bertels’ cheesecake. The only problem is deciding which flavour to go for! Should it be Oreo, lemon meringue or maybe raspberry? Bertels Salon is popular among locals and tourists, and on a good day both cakes and tables are in high demand – with good reason. There’s also a Bertels Salon in the Frederiksberg district.

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WELCOME TO FOODIES

BILLY. CHEF AND FOUNDER OF EDEN JAXX, TELLS US HIS LOVE TO FOOD AND COPENHAGEN.

By Søren Sorgenfri

TELL US ABOUT YOUR CONCEPT AT EDEN JAXX?

“I am a self-taught chef but have never worked in a restaurant before. Just for fun and to help friends. For many years I had the idea for Eden Jaxx - a burger bar with plant-based burgers that are just as good as regular burgers. I worked for a few years as a real estate developer, but then I felt the time was right. I found these cool premises in Østerbro, which were perfect for a restaurant with delicious sexy burgers.”

WHAT IS YOUR HISTORY WITH COPENHAGEN?

”Before I opened Eden Jaxx, I used to eat out five or six times a week. I love Copenhagen. Being English, I visited Copenhagen one summer years ago with my son and immediately fell in love. It was all about the food scene, which is fantastic in Copenhagen. A place like El Buco at Islands Brygge I fell in love with immediately. For the next three years I lived

half in Copenhagen and half in England, but it took me two years to find El Buco again. That’s what Copenhagen is like. Lots of little delicious places that can be hard to find again, but that’s part of the adventure.”

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE ØSTERBRO FOR EDEN JAXX?

”I have lived in many different places in Copenhagen. In rooms, apartments, houses and houseboats while exploring the city. I went to every neighborhood except Østerbro, but a rental agent convinced me to come to Østerbro to see a place. I walked in and within five minutes I was convinced. It’s the perfect space for Eden Jaxx.”

WHAT CAN YOU NOT DO WITHOUT IN COPENHAGEN?

”The water is so important to me. There is water everywhere in Copenhagen and it binds the city together. It gives a relaxed atmosphere. Compared to other big cities, there are almost no cars and no noise. It’s the perfect city.”

WHAT MAKES COPENHAGEN SPECIAL?

”Copenhagen is absolutely perfect. There are five different neighborhoods that are very different with their own vibe and atmosphere, but everything is just ten minutes away by bike. Ten minutes by bike and you experience something completely new.”

WHERE WOULD YOU RECOMMEND TOURISTS TO EAT?

”Somewhere like the Korean eatery Propaganda or Pico Pizza. Grød is perfect for a quick meal and run by good people. Of course, you should also eat good plant-based burgers at Eden Jaxx, but also try El Buco’s pasta. If you can find it.”

RESTAURANT TIGHT

Welcome, my name is Rokil.

We recommend our surf ’n’ turf with Angus striploin, tiger prawns, shellfish sauce, croquettes of sweet potatoes and a salad with mango, hazelnuts and pistachio vinaigrette.

”Restaurant Tight manages to be cozy with a touch of rustic elegance, creating a unique atmosphere as a culinary Aladdin’s cave.”

TIVOLIHALLEN

Welcome, my name is Helle.

We recommend pan-fried filet of plaice with shrimp from Greenland and mayonnaise. The customer should happily be able to taste we have soul and heart in our food. We have a love of Danish cuisine and traditional dishes, which gives our guests a good experience and understanding of Danish food culture.

RESTAURANT 1733

Welcome, my name is Dan.

We recommend our half ’n’ half with smoked salmon and smoked halibut with spinach cream. There are many who order it again when they return. That is why I recommend it. It is a fresh Danish dish that should be enjoyed in the cozy atmosphere we have in the restaurant.

RIZ RAZ

Welcome, my name’s Clara

We recommend our Steak’N’Scallops, which combines the best of land and sea in a delicious and savoury Mediterranean experience 250 gr. Tenderloin and scallops with trufflemayo – served with sweet mash.

THE CLASSIC DANISH KITCHEN

Copenhagen is a melting pot of culinary creativity and inspiration, with the new Nordic cuisine as the banner bearer. Ethnic restaurants based in virtually every corner of the world can be found in Nørrebro, Vesterbro, Valby and Østerbro, but also in Frederiksberg and the inner city.

Central, however, is the classic Danish cuisine – often with a twist or according to all the rules of tradition.

The classic Danish kitchen can be divided into two parts: the well-known open sandwich that is almost iconic and known as the Danish signature dish, and then ‘grandma’s kitchen’.

These are two chapters of the same tasty tale. The smørrebrød has good rye bread as a base, but is then a tour de force in Danish ingredients, served as different varieties of herring, salmon and, of course, fried plaice. Then there is typically chicken salad and varieties of cold cuts, such as sausage rolls and liver pâté.

Granny’s kitchen requires time at the meat pots. These are often the somewhat heavier dishes such as fried pork tartlets, pork roast or the classic ground beef - with gravy, of course. Bon appétit!

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ENJOY A CLASSIC DANISH SMORGASBORD

RESTAURANT TIVOLIHALLEN IS TRULY ONE OF A KIND

A family-owned and operated restaurant, steeped in history and tradition. When you walk down the four steps and come inside our special place, you will feel the friendly and warm atmosphere and notice our love and respect for authenticity. If you are lucky, you will be met by owner, Helle, or her daughter, Diana, who will welcome you to a completely unique open-faced sandwich (smørrebrød) selection and taste experience. We offer numerous delicious variations of the timehonored danish lunch meal. Everything is made

to order and with the greatest respect for our proud Danish food traditions.

You can enjoy your meal in our beautiful restaurant or, in the summer months, in our lovely private courtyard. We are open for both lunch and dinner. You are welcome here and we look forward to your visit.

Vester Voldgade 91, 1552 Copenhagen

Tel: +45 33 11 01 60

www.tivolihallen.dk

ITS LUNCH TIME!

It is no secret: Danes love their bread. Especially rugbrød – a dark and often heavy, but very tasty, sourdough rye bread sliced, buttered and served with traditional toppings known as the world famous smørrebrød.

Smørrebrød – open sandwich – usually consists of a piece of buttered rye bread topped with commercial or homemade cold cuts, pieces of fish and meat, various spreads, cheese and garnishes.

Traditional toppings include pickled herrings (try the curried ones); sliced cheese in many varieties; sliced cucumber, tomato and boiled eggs; pork-liver pâté; various types of cured, raw or processed sliced meat and roasts or fish such as salmon, shrimp or mackerel; and different kinds of pickles.

Its lunch time –it’s time for smørrebrød. Let’s talk about smørrebrød.

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NYBROGADE 14

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#RESTAURANT1733

In the old toy workshop op silversmith and designer Kay Bojesen, overlooking Slotsholmen Kanal, Christiansborg and Thorvaldsens Museum, you find Restaurant 1733. Step a few steps down into the lovely bright rooms of Dan, where they serve classic Danish open-faced sandwiches and traditional Danish dishes with a modern touch. The atmosphere is fresh, unpretentious and down to earth. Here is room for everyone and they are always ready with open arms.

Rated b y gu ests as 5,0 at Tripadvisor in Copenhagen 2021

Nybrogade 14, 1203 København

When a healthy appetite announces its arrival and your feet need a break after hours of shopping or sightseeing in beautiful Copenhagen, where do you go for a good and informal lunch or dinner?

RESTAURANT TIGHT GIVE YOU THE ANSWER

This is exactly what the cozy restaurant in Hyskenstræde stands for: The informal, the good atmosphere and a memorable menu. It has not only been adopted by tourists and other visitors but also local Copenhageners. “We have a fairly large regular audience of guests who live in the area but also tourists who come back again and again,” says owner Rokil Hansen. “The returning guests have shaped the menu in their own way,” he says. “This means that we have a menu with mostly only signature dishes, which we then update

with new ones. Miso-marinated salmon, Surf ‘n’ Turf, venison carpaccio, our Wagyu burger and of course the popular BBQ ribs.”

Restaurant Tight has several quality requirements for itself on behalf of the guests. It must not become everyday in the boring way. Traditional dishes get a twist that you didn’t expect. Some mango here, a touch of South America there or the rhubarb pie is accompanied by elderflower ice cream.

“Guests should expect quality but also smiles and a relaxed atmosphere with some music, clinking bottles and the sound of the chefs laughing in the kitchen. You have to sit down at the table with anticipation and leave here with a little more than you hoped for,” says Rokil Hansen.

COSY, DELICATE AND AFFORDABLE

RIGHT NEXT TO STRØGET

Restaurant Tight is located right next to the Church of the Holy Spirit (Helligåndskirken) on Strøget, around the corner in a little co zy street with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where old house facades on hist oric buildings from the 18th - 19th centuries adorn the picture.

For lunch Restaurant Tight serves a semitraditional Nordic menu with seasonal ingredients seasoned with flavor from the southern hemisphere. The evening menu is served from 17.00 with many gluten-free dishes and always dishes for vegetarians or vegans so that the whole party can eat together. The wine list offers a wide range and exciting and fun cocktails as well as organic beer from Danish breweries such as Svaneke and Herslev.

Restaurant Tight is extremely popular among the locals which means that many guests in Copenhagen follow suit.

See the top list on Google, Tripadvisor, findmeglutenfree.com, among others.

Hyskenstræde 10, 1207 Copenhagen

Tlf. +45 26693999

@restauranttight

THE FLAVOUR OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

At rizraz we love food and that’s why, in our large restaurants , you can savour the best mediterranean dishes from our menu.

The art of Mediterranean cuisine is undoubtedly a sensory experience - the aroma of exotic spices; coriander, cumin, thyme, oregano, sage and peppermint tickle the sense of smell and whet the appetite. Crisp vegetables filled with the flavours of the southern sun, grilled meats, freshly baked bread, generous portions and powerful southern wines do not diminish the experience. We go to great lengths to deliver

a meal that measures up to what you experience when you visit the Mediterranean. Imagination and flexibility are the icing on the cake and create the dining experience we want to provide. Here in the restaurants, we go out of our way to give you an experience that not only tastes of the Mediterranean, but where the food is always served with a smile.

DELICIOUS AND FLAVOURFUL DISHES

Mediterranean cuisine offers a wide range of flavourful dishes, which you will of course also find on the menu at RizRaz. Both our large Mediterranean buffet and à la carte menu contain plenty of tasty dishes that will transport you to the summer and sun of the south. At RizRaz we pay attention to detail, and both our meat and vegetarian dishes are full of flavour, texture and love.

JEP, DIRECTOR OF NEXT HOUSE

PLEASE, TELL US ABOUT THE CONCEPT OF NEXT HOUSE?

”The idea is to create the hostel with the big city aura that we have all dreamed of staying in when we have been traveling. Our ambition is to create a world in the house where people want to stay all day.”

NEXT HOUSE - YOUR GREEN URBAN HOME!

Next House is a next level hostel in the heart of Copenhagen and close to the city’s vibrant harbor environment.

Next House is not just a place to stay but becomes your urban home during your vacation. A home with a strong focus on sustainability and green solutions.

A modern, cool, and exclusive design and architecture with hanging gardens inside and out, solar cells and the international certification DGBN. All solutions that make

Next House Copenhagen a green breathing space in the heart of the city.

HOW DO YOU DO THAT?

”You can hang out with friends, go to the gym, watch football, drink good beer and cocktails and eat pizza or breakfast whenever you want. The ’S’ in hostels stands for social, so we have events for our guests throughout the week. We want to be world-leading on this matter and provide Danish hygge with an international atmosphere.”

Danish meatballs, or Sunday Roast. Our events during the week and the variety of activities from roof to basement means that a very large house is divided into small pockets of social activities and opportunities.”

GASTRONOMY MEANS A LOT TO YOU, BUT WHY?

IT’S A BIG HOSTEL. HOW DO YOU MAKE IT HOMELY?

”We have 1667 beds. This means that we can be experienced as a very big place. That’s why we do a lot of small events that divide up the house, not least with small events like board game nights, minigolf, and darts, which are really popular. We have our Hostel Hour and afterwards Hostel Dinner, which is comfort food for everyone with home cooking. It’s tacos,

”Our culinary offer is very important as part of our identity. The restaurant can accommodate 220 guests at a time, and we are lucky to have three talented Italian chefs who ensure the quality of pizzas we want. Next House should be the exclusive hostel that the whole world dreams of staying in, but at regular low hostel prices. The feeling of comfort should make even short stays great memories.”

KAJSA FROM O’LEARY’S TELLS US WHERE TO EAT

WHY DO YOU WORK AT THE AIRPORT?

“I used to work in a restaurant in Carlsbergbyen near Vesterbro but missed the airport. I worked at Aamans for six years and wanted to go back and enjoy the buzzing airport, so now I’m back working for O’Leary’s sports bar”.

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO WORK AT THE AIRPORT POST-COVID-19?

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR TRAVELERS?

“Don’t stress at the airport. Take your time. It’s better to arrive three hours earlier than one hour before departure. So much has happened to Copenhagen Airport. It’s not just an airport now, but a shopping centre with places to eat that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s not just fast food and you can get here in good time and have an experience”.

“You can no longer feel COVID-19. I feared that the airport would be marked and empty for a long time, but the good atmosphere and the many happy travelers have come back quickly. Copenhagen Airport is very different from other airports because ten years ago it started with strong restaurant brands such as Aamans, which unfortunately is no longer here, a long time before other airports considered upping their culinary game, and today the airport is one big urban food court.”

HOW HAS THE AIRPORT DEVELOPED IN RECENT YEARS?

“It used to be an airport with boring and only low-budget food options, but now there really is a great variety for all price levels. You can really feel the passion at the airport restaurants and the focus on quality. It’s an experience just to be here”.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT COPENHAGEN AIRPORT?

“Many small zones have been created where you can sit quietly with your laptop or smartphone and go online and recharge without feeling like you’re waiting in a big airport. You feel welcome. It’s a homely feeling”.

WHAT’S THE MOST INSTAGRAM-FRIENDLY PLACE?

WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND FOR TRAVELLERS?

“For families with children there’s Gorms Pizza, O’Leary’s and Carl’s. For the business segment, Le Sommelier is a hit. If your flight is cancelled, there are many options for spending a few pleasant hours. You can come into O’Leary’s and eat great burgers and drink beer while watching sports on big screens, or you can go for a nice wine or champagne at Le Sommelier”.

“The most Instagram-friendly place has to be The Union Kitchen. Their food and cocktails are super Insta-friendly. If it’s early in the day, The Union Kitchen has a killer brunch and the best view in the airport, and if it’s later in the evening, they have great cocktails.

EATING OUT IN COPENHAGEN AIRPORT

Forget about boring food! Copenhagen Airport is a buffet of delicious dining experiences. Whether your stomach is calling for an open sandwich, a delicious bistro classic, a burger at a sports bar, or a delicious glass of wine.

Le Sommelier was an institution on the downtown Copenhagen food scene for decades, but is now located at the airport with elegant bistro décor, French classics on the menu, and a wine list that calls for a moment of luxury at the bar.

The Union Kitchen has a raw and urban style, where elegant timeless meets metropolitan airport. The dishes are really photogenic with a great sense of aesthetics, and like so many other places in the airport, you’ll also find workstations and charging facilities here. A spot of work and an exclusive dining experience can easily go hand in hand.

O’Leary’s is like a fast-paced American sports bar. Big screens show global sports, while the menu offers bar classics like burgers and fish and chips with cold beers.

You can’t visit Denmark without enjoying an open sandwich. If you want the last or the first open sandwich on your trip, Carl’s or Torvehallernes Smørrebrød are the places to go.

For a quick bite, Lagkage Bageren – known as Steen & Ole in the UK - has several popular spots around the airport, where you can be sure to get a cup of great coffee and homemade pastries before departure. Or visit YoSushi and watch the fresh sushi whizzing by on the conveyor belt before grabbing the plate you desire. At the same time, you can keep track of your departure on the many information screens. In short, comfort and culinary experiences at the same time.

EDEN JAXX

Welcome, my name is Bill.

I’d like to recommend The Classic Burger here at Eden Jaxx. It’s made like a classic cheeseburger with an organic bun, Beyond Meat Patty, homemade burger sauce (my son’s recipe), smoked cheese, organic pickles, red onion, lettuce and tomato. It won Copenhagen’s Best Burger 2021 and I really feel it has set the new standard for plant-based burgers and has raised the bar to now compete as one of the best burgers in the city.

O’LEARYS

Welcome, my name is Kajsa.

We recommend our delicious Giant double which comes with cheeseburger with bacon, O´Learys

hamburger dressing, melted cheddar, onion ring and crispy lettuce.

NORDIC HOTDOG

Welcome, my name is Asger.

We recommend our Nordic hotdog with pork sausage, brioche, ketchup, “rémoulade” (a Danish-style yellowish tartar sauce with pickles), mustard, raw onion, roasted onion and pickles. In 1988, our grandmother, Anna Margrethe Nielsen started the family business, Grethe’s Pølser, on Teaterstien in Haderslev, in southern Denmark. The concept was simple: bread from the baker next door and sausages from the local butcher.

NEXT HOUSE COPENHAGEN

Welcome, my name David.

At Next House you can be seduced by the dazzling colour and surprising taste of the Tom Passion Cocktail. A fruity reinterpretation of the classic Tom Collins cocktail, with an exotic blend of passion fruit and light lemon flavours. Come and experience it in a fantastic setting.

By Søren Sorgenfri

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE COPENHAGEN TO TOURISTS?

Copenhagen is an incredibly fantastic city. It has a broad variety of possibilities both for locals and tourists when it comes to its astonishing variety of food, architecture, Danish design or just a relaxing day at a cosy café next to the canals. Especially, in the summer the city is buzzing with warmth, happiness, and a special kind of energy which I have not experienced anywhere else.

LOCAL CITIZEN SEBASTIAN

TELL US MORE ABOUT THE SECRET PEARLS OF COPENHAGEN K

WHICH ARE YOUR TOP THREE PLACES TO GO?

It is difficult to pick out just three favourite places here in Copenhagen because the possibilities are so many. However, it is no secret that I personally am very in love with Copenhagen which is also reflected in my recommendations.

When it comes to shopping, I would recommend Kronprinsensgade, which is an iconic shopping street. It is a side street to Strøget; the tempo is turned down, but the charm turned up in this small local shopping area. Here, the stores are both for men and women, which makes it a natural choice when it comes to shopping.

If you are going out for a delicious lunch or something nice to drink, I would recommend Gammel Strand. Here, you will experience a special vibe. Many people often sit right next to the canal or at one of the many cafés or bars along the canal.

If you want a delicious dinner, great wine and incredible surroundings, there are also plenty of places to choose from. Personally, I would recommend Pluto or Esmée, which are some of my absolute favourite restaurants. These two restaurants really understand how to create a festive atmosphere, while at the same serving incredible food.

#KØBENHAVN K

WHERE DID LOVE FOR FASHION COME FROM?

My interest and commitment to fashion started to grow when I first moved to Copenhagen. The diversity in dress really comes out in Copenhagen, and is a great way to find inspiration for one’s own closet. It is fantastic that many of the Danish brands are dashing forward and that people in Denmark also know how to deal with the fashion industry. Here I would highlight the brands Les Deux and Ganni, which are two lifestyle brands that really understand how to challenge status quo. Both brands also provide their visitors with gorgeous shops in the heart of Copenhagen, which are worth a visit.

AT KRONPRINSENSGADE AND PILESTRÆDE THERE IS A GREAT SELECTION OF SHOPS, RESTAURANT AND BAR

HAND IN HAND WITH HISTORY

Pilestræde is the epicentre of the old Copenhagen, and Copenhageners have walked up and down this charming, narrow street for more than 600 years. Market-leading media house Berlingske Media has its HQ in this street, and adds a flair for news and current events to the international brands located in trendy Pilestræde.

Brands like Adidas, Acne and Le Creuset and fashion shops like Norr, Heroines, Designer’s Remix and Maria Black make up Pilestræde, along with restaurants like Madklubben (Food Club) and PS Bar & Grill, which are both worth a visit. You would not, after all, be the first person in history to walk this street.

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RELAX AND REFRESH YOURSELF

with a delightful cup of tea in the elegant and cozy setting of Perch’s Tea Salon. Perch’s has over 175 years of experience, and our competent staff is capable of guiding you through our huge list of 150 different teas. Enjoy your tea with freshly baked scones with lemon curd; dainty and delicious finger sandwiches, and an assortment of cakes and pastries.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you on the1st floor of No. 5 Kronprinsensgade.

GRÅBRØDRE TORV

Gråbrødre Torv is one of those locations in Copenhagen that, on sunny days, are reminiscent of squares in Italian and southern French cities: aging but beautiful buildings and buzzing cafes with ample opportunity to enjoy life.

The square is named after an order of monks who established themselves here as far back as 1238, and a remnant of the monastery can be seen in the famous restaurant Peder Oxe.

The cobbled square invites you in for a quiet moment and a good lunch, but has a dramatic history.

In the great city fire in 1728, almost the entire square went up in flames and the buildings with house numbers from 1 to 9 are known as the ‘Great fire houses’. The square’s other breathtaking buildings were built after the bombing of Copenhagen in 1807.

After 1807, there were butchery stalls for many years, but complaints about odours sent the butchers on in 1902, and in 1968, the square’s now so valued cobblestones were laid and made into a pedestrian street. Today’s photogenic square is a good place for a coffee in the sunshine.

NIELS HEMMINGSENS GADE

It’s funny, but whenever you go travelling you quite often feel like buying something for your home. Maybe it’s because you want to bring back a memory, or something to show friends and family, or just a gift for yourself. And quite often you end up buying something for the kitchen. ‘Kitchen Living Dining’ Concept Store offers a broad spectrum of reasons to do exactly that.

‘Kitchen Living Dining’ Concept Store represents top brands including BITZ, Blomsterbergs, HOLM, Lyngby Glass, Medusa-Copenhagen, Morsø, Rosti, Södahl, Villa Collection, Zone Denmark and many more. It’s worth just dropping by, too: they hold events there quite regularly.

Photo by Astrid Maria Rasmussen

WELCOME TO A TRULY UNIQUE PLACE TO EXPERIENCE

PISTOLSTRÆDE (PISTOL ALLEY)

Pistolstræde is the last of its kind in some ways. Copenhagen city center used to be a labyrinth of small alleys, but Pistolstræde is the only one left thanks to big fires in 1728 and 1795. The fire in 1728 went on for several days, and nearly half the old city centre was lost in the greedy flames.

In the 1980s, this part of Copenhagen got modernised thanks to fashion-family Birger Christensen’s generous contribution. Pistolstræde was no longer a dark, narrow alley, but full of light and space, with fashion shops and restaurants. Despite being very modern, with shops and art like Skadebrønden by sculptor Gunnar Westman it’s also a reminder of what Copenhagen used to look like before the big fire of 1728.

Photo by: Yuliya Ivanenko

Photo by: Kerin Forstmanis

Photo by: Robert Douglas

A KIM B O

A charming vintage basement gift

and hygge. It's the perfect place souvenir and browse through possibly the largest selection of Moomin in Copenhagen.

HYSKENSTRÆDE 3

-in the basement...

Butik Akimbo

HYSKENSTRÆDE

IRuns from the pedestrian street Strøget to Kompagnistræde. The name is derived from the German word Häuschen, meaning “Small Houses” dating back to 1480.

As soon as you walk down Hyskenstræde it is difficult to understand the street is so close to Strøget. Its very cool, calm and collected and why not stop for lunch or dinner at Restaurant Tight. Hey, you Americans! Tight got the best ribs in town and the burgers takes no prisoners but its so much more.

Its Nordic cuisine with a Southern inspiration. Southern being USA deep south, the Caribbean and central America. The menu card presents Nordic classics with a flavory and spicy twist.

The place is spacious and popular among the locals and with good and tasty reason.

The narrow street has several fashion shops like Audrey Vintage and Revé de Renard, but the star of the street is charming gift shop Akimbo. Postcards, pillows, cups, plates whatever your heart desires there is something for you, for the friends, the kids or even your mum.

Its difficult not to fall in love with Akimbo and one the shops Facebook reviews says: ‘I want to move in!’. Well, we are not sure you can, but you are more than welcome to drop by.

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KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR GOING OF THE BEATEN SHOPPING TRACK

Toldbodgade is a little off the beaten shopping track, but connects the famous bar area of Nyhavn with the harbour and the Royal Danish Playhouse, which was completed in 2008. Located by Nyhavn Canal, across from the Opera House, the Playhouse was designed by architects Boje Lundgaard and Lene Tranberg, and is a modern architectural classic.

Restaurant Told & Snaps is a must-visit for open sandwich fans, and if you are looking for quirky vintage shops, goldsmiths and eye-catching jewellery, Toldbodgade is the place to go.

Speaking of eyes, the Brilleskrædderiet, Cold Heggem studio designs glasses in genuine horn, a material superior in lightness and character to steel and plastic, which are the standard materials used in industrial design. Cold Heggem studio customises, shapes and crafts the frame to suit your face. The glasses are designed and handmade by Rasmus Cold and Irene Cold, design graduates from The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

Just around the corner is Sankt Annæ Plads. Look out for Restaurant Sankt Annæ, a specialist in traditional Danish lunch dishes that is recommended in the Michelin Guide..

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Photo by: Vladimir Mucibabic

URBAN PLAN ARCHITECT ENJOYS COPENHAGEN’S URBAN DEVELOPMENT

“Copenhagen stands out from other cities in Denmark. In many ways. Copenhagen was the first to clean up the harbour, making it possible to swim in the clean water. The whole city benefits from this, and since the 1980s several harbour basins have been established in connection with new and old residential areas. This creates a fantastic city life.”

WELCOME TO COPENHAGEN

URBAN PLAN ARCHITECT

ENJOYS COPENHAGEN’S

URBAN DEVELOPMENT

PEDER TELL US ABOUT COPENHAGEN AS A CITY

HOW DOES COPENHAGEN DIFFER FROM OTHER EUROPEAN CITIES?

“The bicycles. There is a large network of cycle paths and cycle routes. In a way, this has given the power of the city to cyclists. I enjoy cycling to meetings and errands in the different neighbourhoods around the city. The way the

cycle paths are laid out makes cycling exciting. It’s unique compared to other big cities, but they are learning from it.”

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CHARACTER OF COPENHAGEN AS A CITY?

“It’s a mixed city in a good way. It’s not a functional city anymore. To a certain extent, Copenhagen has managed to mix business, housing and shops, which makes for a vibrant city.”

HOW CAN TOURISTS SEE THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF COPENHAGEN?

“It’s interesting to walk around and see how the cityscape ties the ends of history together. For example, from Chr. 4’s ramparts that

protected the capital to large stand-alone buildings like Børsen. At the time, Chr. 4’s connections to the Netherlands were strong, and this can be seen in the plan for the then brand new Christianshavn neighbourhood. The Dutch connection can be seen again in modern times, where the Sluseholmen neighbourhood in Sydhavnen draws inspiration from Amsterdam’s artificial residential islands.”

discover the harbour and the new neighbourhoods.”

IS THERE A MUST-SEE BUILDING?

WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND TOURISTS TO SEE?

“Go for a walk and follow the bridges across the harbour. The bridges don’t just connect neighbourhoods, but allow for an urban life where you can follow several loops crisscrossing the harbour. You can walk off one bridge and back on another. It’s a great way to

“There are several. Take a yellow harbour bus from one end of the harbour to the other. Enjoy sailing past the Black Diamond. Notice how the water is reflected in the black facade. Marvel at BLOX, an architecture that has been the subject of much controversy. Don’t miss the Skuespilhuset theatre. And you might want to head north to the brand new Nordhavn district with lots of exciting new architecture.”

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#COPENHAGEN

Copenhagen has a wealth of parks, gardens and museums and a wealth of attractions scattered throughout the city, rarely far away. Most likely, they’re just around the next corner. Check out the Fælledparken and Kongens Have’s parks and the museums’ educational immersion or the city’s many small memorial plaques, squares and impressive statues, which testify a modern city living hand in hand with its past.

#GLYPTOTEKET

#KUNSTHALCHARLOTTENBORG

#STATENSNATURHISTORISKMUSEUM

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MUSEUMS AND ATTRACTIONS

NATTENS ENDE En Virtual Reality film

Forestil dig, at du sætter dig i en robåd på Dansk Jødisk Museum. Du tager VR-briller og headset på, og med ét er du landet midt i et smertefuldt minde fra en oktobernat i 1943.

Omgivet af mørke sidder du ansigt til ansigt med en aldrende mand, Josef, som sejler dig gennem et virtuelt landskab af hans fragmenterede erindringer og traumer fra flugten fra det nazistisk besatte Danmark mod Sverige. En flugt som uundgåeligt blandes med skyld for at have overlevet og et håb for fremtiden.

S E U DS T I LL IN GE N

F l u gt og f o rf ølg e ls e i det 20 århundrede

på Dansk Jødisk Museum

BESTIL DINE BILLETTER HER

Tegning: Kristian Bay Kirk

Phptp by: Daniel Rasmussen

Copenhagen has so many adorable parks and beautiful gardens. One of them is the Royal Library’s Garden, known as the Library Garden.

LOCATED BETWEEN THE ROYAL LIBRARY

AND CHRISTIANSBORG CASTLE AND NEAR BØRSEN

The garden is the peaceful centre of an area filled with politics, economics, art, and literature.

With a location on Slotsholmen, the garden attracts many visitors all year round. Maybe they have heartaches like the statue of Søren Kirkegaard. It is said that it was in this spot the world-famous philosopher had his heart broken by Regine Olsen, and that the statue’s sad gaze is directed towards where she lived.

Or the garden visitors are local Copenhageners who have just sat down for a short while or are enjoying a cup of coffee in the sunshine.

The library garden was designed in 1920 by garden architect Jens Peder Andersen and castle architect Thorvald Jørgensen on top of Christian IV’s old war harbour, Tøjhushavnen. The old harbour was filled up and garden laid out.

Today, the garden has shady trees and beautiful flower beds that follow the season and only the water basin reveals that there was once a harbour here. Today, the water activity is reserved for the eight-metre-high sculpture in the middle of the garden, whose fountain becomes extra powerful at every hour.

The sculpture of copper was inaugurated in 1999 by the sculptor Mogens Møller as a monument to the book and the written word. The sculpture was donated as a gift to the Royal Library when the library’s extension, The Black Diamond, was built. It’s a stunning piece of architecture.

The garden has four grassy corners decorated with column bases from the old Christiansborg Castle, which are used as flower pots. There are benches in the shade of the big trees, and if you would rather flash your sunglasses, there are benches along the walls for days with sunshine. Just take a seat and enjoy Bibliotekshaven with the Copenhageners.

Step into the war

Experience 500 years of war history from the Swedish Wars to Afghanistan and get right up close to the soldiers’ everyday life

CHRISTIANSBORG STABLE COMPLEX

Coachmen in red drives across the Marble Bridge. The stable complex with the wings and the Marble Bridge are the only buildings left from the first Christiansborg. Inside the palace, you can experience the Royal Reception Rooms and the Royal Kitchen, but do not forget the many exciting experiences that lie in the rest of the castle complex.

THE ROYAL STABLES

Inside, the smell of sawdust, neighs and the sound of hooves against the old stone floor greet you. There have been horses and life in the Royal Stables since 1740. Here, you can meet the horses and experience the old coaches that the Queen uses on festive occasions inside the castle.

THE RUINS UNDER CHRISTIANSBORG

Explore the remains of Absalon’s medieval castle and Copenhagen Castle, where the king’s daughter, Leonora Christine, was imprisoned for almost 22 years. The ruins tell the story of Slotsholmen’s long history with the countless, fascinating human destinies that are associated with the place.

CHRISTIANSBORG CASTLE CHURCH

Although the huge dome can be difficult to see from the outside, it dominates the castle church’s church space from the inside. It is almost impossible not to let the mind fly to the Pantheon in Rome. The church originates from Det Andet Christiansborg, and today it is used by the Folketing and the royal family.

COPENHAGEN’S MOST BEAUTIFUL SQUARE, HOME TO THE BALLET?

Kongens Nytorv is Copenhagen’s most beautiful square. Here, magnificent architecture meets the finest culture at the Royal Theatre.

Kongens Nytorv was laid out in 1670 by King Christian V with a Baroque-style garden. In 2004, the square was reopened after an extensive restoration that has given this central part of Copenhagen a modern look that goes hand in hand with the city’s history.

Many tourists pass by Kongens Nytorv on their way to lively Nyhavn’s eateries, but there’s

reason to enjoy the square’s views. Famous buildings such as the French Embassy and the Hotel D’Angleterre flank the square, along with the Royal Theatre, home to the Royal Ballet.

The language of ballet is universal, and the Copenhagen Ballet Company is one of the world’s most famous, with a distinctive look and feel brought out by the beautiful spaces and decor of the theatre building.

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ONE OF THE LARGEST AND MOST BEAUTIFUL EXHIBITION SPACES FOR CONTEMPORARY ART IN NORTHERN EUROPE

Kunsthal Charlottenborg presents an exhibition program with international outlook featuring talents as well as established stars from both Denmark and abroad. The exhibitions are supplemented with a large number of activities like artist talks, performances, concerts and film screenings.

Explore Charlottenborg Art Books offering a larger selection of publications focusing on art, design and architecture. Visit Apollo Bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner or just a cup of coffee, a glass of wine or a drink in the courtyard.

Kunsthal Charlottenborg, Kgs. Nytorv 1, 1050 Copenhagen K

Image in top: Jeremy Deller, Warning Graphic Content, 1993-2021. Rejected Tube Map Cover Illustration, 2007. Installation view, Welcome to the Shitshow!, Kunsthal Charlottenborg, 2023. Courtesy of the Artist and Art:Concept, Paris and The Modern Institute/ Toby Webster Ltd., Glasgow. Photo by David Stjernholm.

Photo by David Stjernholm

Go on a fun family adventure instead of a boring walk to explore Copenhagen highlights (e.g. The Old Stock Exchange, Christiansborg Palace, Christianshavn’s Canal, Bridge’s Street Food Market) and hidden, local gems.

SEEK+SEE’S TREASURE HUNTS ARE SELFGUIDED, INTERACTIVE CITY TOURS SPICED WITH STORYTELLING

A rescue mission with lead character Skyla and small gamification elements making the experience ideal when exploring with kids 3-10 years old. Enjoy 2-3 hours of outdoor fun with this family-friendly route (ca. 2 km), where kids can take the lead, run, climb and jump while you solve clues together and discover Copenhagen from a new perspective. Affordable and fully

flexible family experience - start when it suits you, no waiting in line or group hustles. Ready to go hunting?

Buy the experience online on Seek+See’s homepage: seeknsee.com. (Scan the QR codes for the start location and a ‘how it works’ video.)

MUSEUMS FOR CHILDREN

Copenhagen has a wide range of museums aimed at children. Statens Museum for Kunst runs popular workshops for children at weekends and on public holidays, offering drawing, painting, and other creative activities.

Under-18s are admitted free of charge to the Frihedsmuseet, where they can explore the nottoo-distant past of World War II. The museum’s exhibition on the years of occupation offers code-breaking, telephone tapping and other exciting discoveries from a time when the world was in flames.

The Krigsmuseet has gunpowder, bullets, and cannons for all ages, but the whole family can also work together to solve the big family quiz and win great prizes. Also visit the National Museum – Nationalmuseet – with a dedicated section for children, where they can explore village life in the old days.

Design Museum Denmark has special workshops for creative children every Sunday, with themes such as making your own mask or kite, as well as special guided tours for children.

Photo by Frihedsmuseet Photo by Krigsmuseet

Freedom isn’t always black & white

the occupation of Go underground during Denmark and experience the World War II resistance fight

THE HIRSCHSPRUNG COLLECTION

The Hirschsprung Collection is an art museum in a class of its own, representing Danish art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Spanning the period from the Danish Golden Age to the Skagen painters and the advent of Modernism. The collection includes masterpieces by C.W. Eckersberg, Vilhelm Hammershøi and P.S. Krøyer.

The museum is beautifully situated in the green parklands of Østre Anlæg in the center of Copenhagen. It was founded by art collector Heinrich Hirschsprung and his wife Pauline in 1911. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, activities for children and guided tours. Discover 100 years of Danish art in English with our free museum.

Stockholmsgade

Vilhelm Hammershøi: ‘Bedroom’, 1890, The Hirschsprung Collection

ØSTRE ANLÆG

Østre Anlæg is one of Copenhagen’s many parks by the city’s old ramparts and looks almost as it did when it was built in 1871.

There are paths from which you can enjoy the sight of flowers as well as monuments and statues in the park. The park is closely linked to Copenhagen’s art history.

The Hirschsprung Art Collection is also located in Østre Anlæg, as well as the main entrance to Statens Museum for Kunst – The National Art Gallery of Denmark.

Photo: Daniel Rasmussen

Photo: Daniel Rasmussen

THE SOUND OF A BUTTERFLY’S WING

The Palm House in the Botanical Gardens is one of Copenhagen’s most wonderful secrets, where a few hours can magically disappear. The beautiful Victorian Palm House is home to part of the living collections of the Natural History Museum of Denmark, and is a green oasis of tropical and subtropical plants. The listed Palm House building in the Botanical Gardens was built between 1872-74, and was inspired by the World Exhibition in Crystal Palace in London in 1852.

In the Palm House you can discover exotic and rare plant life that can normally be found growing in different tropical and subtropical environments. Explore the Aquatic Plants and Mangroves, Hot Subtropics, Dry Tropics and the Mediterranean House, among many others. But don’t worry, if you go on your own, you’re actually never alone, but you will need to listen carefully. The adjacent Butterfly House is home to some of the most beautiful butterflies you can ever imagine fluttering their beautifully coloured wings. It is truly magical.

STATENS MUSEUM FOR KUNST

Set amidst the lush greenery of three of Copenhagen’s most beautiful parks, you’ll find Statens Museum for Art (SMK) – the national gallery of Denmark. Here you can explore more than 700 years of Danish and international art. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just keen to delve into Danish art and culture, you’re sure to be captivated by the museum’s unique collection of paintings, sculptures and installation art from the fourteenth century to the present day.

The museum’s architecture is an attraction in its own right, fusing historic and modern design. You can also enjoy the wonderful views of the parks from the high footbridges and the large windows, a soothing sight that invites moments of quiet reflection.

Throughout the year, SMK puts on a range of special exhibitions, while at the weekends you can unleash your creativity in the museum’s creative space for children. SMK has a beautiful café, which serves organic and seasonal food, and a shop with a great variety of art books, posters and design objects.

Sølvgade 48-50, 1307 København K

www.smk.dk

MONKEYS A PRIMATE STORY

© Mogens Trolle, Natural History Museum of Denmark

In collaboration with National Museums Scotland and Nomad Exhibitions.

EXPLORE NATURE

IN THE MIDDLE OF THE CIT Y

Ready for some monkey business? From the tiny mouse lemur to the huge eastern gorilla – at the Natural History Museum of Denmark, you can come face to face with your wild family in the biggest special exhibition ever on apes and monkeys. Get creative in the Monkey Workshop, make monkey masks, examine skulls and enjoy a fun day out with the kids.

Also, discover the museum’s mineral halls, touch a sixteen-ton meteorite from outer space and explore nature in the temporary exhibitions. A recurring highlight is the famous Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, featuring the 100 best photos selected worldwide (wpy.dk).

Recharge in the museum café with a view of the beautiful Botanical Garden, which is home to Denmark’s scientific collection of plants – from rare cacti to cycads dating back to the age of the dinosaurs.

In the garden’s iconic Palm House, you get to experience the tropics, and in the summer, colourful butterflies flutter among spectacular orchids and vanilla plants in the Butterfly House.

In the garden’s iconic Palm House, you get to experience the tropics, and in the summer, colourful butterflies flutter among spectacular orchids and vanilla plants in the Butterfly House

Natural History Museum of Denmark, Øster Voldgade 5 – 7, 1350 København K

Botanical Garden, Gothersgade 128, 1123 København K

Included in the museum ticket is a visit to the Palm House. The garden has free access. For opening hours, exhibition periods and events, please visit www.naturalhistory.dk.

W E L C O M E T O A R T X P

ARTXP is a platform that connects locals and travelers with professional artists and talented creators who offer unique and inspiring creative experiences and workshops. With a focus on inclusivity, ARTXP provides an outlet for people from all walks of life to engage in artistic expression, while empowering artists and creators to become independent entrepreneurs.

Join us in Copenhagen, where you can explore the city through a lens of creativity and authenticity. Meet the talented artists and

creators who call this place home, while connecting with others who share a passion for art and self-expression. Our experiences are for everyone. They are designed to be memorable and immersive, offering a window into the vibrant artistic scene that defines this city. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, ARTXP is the perfect way to nurture your creativity while enjoying the beauty and culture of Copenhagen.

KIR LYKKEBERG

Kir Lykkeberg, a Copenhagen-based contemporary artist with a photography and design background, sees her creative practice as a never-ending journey. She works across various fields, creating quirky, dreamy, and beautiful art pieces, telling their own stories through a playful approach. Her flower art workshops on ARTXP aim to inspire others to experience the same joy of creating and discovering something new.

TOBIAS GLUD

Tobias Glud is a Copenhagen-based photographer with an education in Visual Communication from the prestigious Royal Danish Academy in Copenhagen. He has over a decade of experience in Graphic Design, Art Direction, and Photography. On ARTXP, Tobias is hosting photography workshops that take participants on a photographic journey through Copenhagen, combining art, history, and passion to create an unforgettable experience.

KATRINE BLINKENBERG

Katrine Blinkenberg is a self-taught interior designer and sculptor, previously working as a minister and army chaplain, now teaches art and ceramics in Copenhagen. Her workshops on ARTXP are held in her unique 8th floor apartment and her container studio by the harbour, providing a physical, creative outlet in a digital age. The focus is on abstract sculpture and pottery with an emphasis on experimentation, leading to a recent exhibition and collaborations with stylists and upcoming gallerists.

COPENHAGEN BREATHS ART AND CULTURE

Art and culture have always been a central part of Copenhagen’s identity. With renowned art museums such as the Hirschsprung Collection, the National Gallery of Denmark, the Glyptotek, Louisiana and many more exhibition spaces and galleries, Denmark’s capital breathes art daily.

Danish art first gained recognition with the Golden Age painters’ sense of light in Skagen and North Jutland, and then later with modern artists such as Per Kirkeby, Kvium, Kørner and Kluge, as well as Tal R and Danish-Icelandic Olafur Eliasson. They can all be seen and admired in Copenhagen’s many galleries and museums.

Street art has also found a prolific place within the Danish art scene. The artist group Superflex designed the globally known Superkilen urban park in Nørrebro and became the first nonBritish artist group to exhibit on a large scale at the UK’s world-famous art gallery, the Tate Modern.

Photo Bibiana Castagna

Photo by Anders Schonnemann_ Det Kgl Afstøbningssamling

Glyptoteket

Visit Gauguin, Degas and Rodin or travel back in time to Ancient Rome or Egypt. At The Glyptotek you can experience one of the world’s finest collections of ancient sculpture, French impressionism,Egyptian mummies and tomb treasures. Take a break under the palm trees in the beautiful Winter Garden or on the roof top overlooking inner Copenhagen.

THE HARBOUR IS THE HEART OF THE CITY

Copenhagen’s harbour is the city’s blue oasis. The water is so clean you can even swim in it. But for safety reasons, the waterfront’s bathing spots are carefully marked and selected. It is here that locals spend their summertime cooling off on those long warm and sunny days.

But it wasn’t always like this. The harbour has always been the heart of the city, but not for recreation as it is today, instead it was the industrial aorta of Copenhagen.

Kings of old built huge wooden warships in the inner harbour and watched them set sail to protect the kingdom. And as world trade grew, the port area was gradually expanded. With the industrial revolution the waterfront

changed again and the large shipyard of Burmeister & Wain became one of Copenhagen’s major workplaces. The pounding of the hammers were the pulse of the city. The heartbeat of the harbour has changed again and today it is truly the people’s. Not least when the sun shines and the bathing suits come out and the sounds of clicking glass and peals of laughter can be heard at one of the harbours many dining spots.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

DIESELHOUSE

DieselHouse tells the story of Denmark as an innovative powerhouse for the last 100 years. The museum is located in the old machine hall of the Ørsted Works, built in 1932. It is one of the last original industrial buildings in Copenhagen.

Here you will find a unique collection of the engines that formed the basis of Denmark’s development as an industrial society and global maritime nation. Perhaps the most impressive is the gigantic B&W 2000 engine built in 1933. At 3 storeys high and more than 20 metres long, for many years it was the largest diesel engine in the world. It is such a fantastic example of Danish innovation and engineering

that people from all over the world travel to see it. There are also many other exciting inventions and fun facts to hunt for. For example, check out the ingenious milk centrifuge that has won prizes all over the world and paved the way for Denmark’s transformation into a modern agricultural country at the beginning of the last century.

DieselHouse has free 4-hour parking in the centre of the city. It’s the perfect place to start a day out.

DISCOVER THE RAMPARTS OF CHRISTIANSHAVN

The Church of Our Saviour was consecrated in 1752 and ever since has towered over Christianshavn. The church’s tower is easy to spot, with the statue of the Saviour on his globe looking out over Copenhagen.

Since its inauguration, it has been popular to climb the 400 steps, up 86 metres, to the top of the church. On the last 150 exterior steps, for as far as the eye can see, you will experience a spectacular 360 degree view of Copenhagen and the city’s old ramparts and banks. It is one of the best views in the city.

Close to the church, children can play in the large and popular staffed playground, with activities for children of all ages. You’ll find the

playground at Elefantens Bastion. Or if you feel like a stroll after climbing to the top of the church tower, you can take a walk along Christianshavn’s ramparts. The ramparts and banks, built around 12 bastions, were designed to protect Copenhagen from land based attacks, but are now the perfect location for peaceful walks.

Photo by: yegorovnick

OUR SAVIOR’S CHURCH

Some say Christianshavn is the most picturesque part of Copenhagen, with its colourful buildings, channels and the large baroque church with its twisted spire. Our Savior’s Church is a landmark of Christianshavn, a living parish for about 8,000 people and one of Denmark’s major tourist attractions with 200.000 visitors annually. Here, people from all over the world come to see the famous church with its spectacular altar and breathtaking organ, one of the most photographed musical instruments in the world.

Since the tower’s inauguration in 1752, climbing all 400 steps to the top, where the Savior stands on his globe and triumphantly overlooks the Queen’s Copenhagen, has been very popular.

Our Savior’s Church’s iconic tower contains six large bells and a fantastic carillon with a special meaning to Christianshavn. The carillon plays its delicate melodies in the neighbourhood daily with as many as 48 bells.

On the last 150 external steps, you will admire Copenhagen from above with a spectacular and scenic view from every angle at 86 metres.

Book your tickets for the tower with the QR code now.

Big city – with many neighbourhoods

Copenhagen is made up of many distinctive neighbourhoods Frederiksberg, reminiscent of Paris. The modern Islands Brygge. Amager is one of a kind. Vesterbro is local and urban, and Nørrebro never sleeps. Together they make Copenhagen come alive all year round.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

NEIGHBOURHOODS AND AREA

INDRE

VESTERBRO

AMAGER

LOKAL CITIZEN STEPHANIE

TELLS US ABOUT SECRET PEARLS FROM ISLANDS BRYGGE

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO LIVE IN ISLANDS BRYGGE?

I have lived in Islands Brygge for 18 months, and it’s really hard to find a better place. You are close to the city centre, and only 10 minutes away from Rådhuspladsen, but at the same time, you are close to both water and nature, which creates a different sense of peace and fresh air here in Bryggen.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE PLACES IN ISLANDS BRYGGE?

The havnebad attracts a lot of people during the summer, and I can understand why. I am definitely in love with the fact that I can take a dip in the harbour just 30 metres from my front door. So, I make good use of it, both in the summer and in the winter.

WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT ISLANDS BRYGGE?

The cool thing about Islands Brygge is precisely that combination of city life and light, air, water and green spaces.

Love… Il Buco. There, I said it. Il Buco is hidden inside an old warehouse and, in my opinion, is one of the most authentic Italian restaurants here in Copenhagen. The atmosphere is rustic. The ingredients are great. And the candlelit tables create an incredibly cosy atmosphere. Roast Coffee serves the most wonderful coffees, so do yourself a favour and take the stairs down to the delightful basement, smell the freshly roasted beans and order a cappuccino with oat milk. I certainly do it when I want to treat myself. Yum.

I take SO many walks along the “voldene,” which are nestled between the harbour, Christianshavn and Bryggen. The harbour promenade is lovely, but during summer it can become a little crowded, which is why I sometimes use the voldene as my little green oasis.

I stumbled upon Fatty’s Burger by chance when I happened to find myself in the courtyard where this rustic little burger joint is found. I think it’s so great that you order your burger from a little hole in the wall, and they taste absolutely fantastic.

Photo by Astrid Maria Rasmussen

LOCAL CITIZEN NICOLAI

TELLS US WHAT TO SEE IN FREDERIKSBERG

WHAT IS IT LIKE LIVING IN FREDERIKSBERG?

I love living in Frederiksberg. It was a bit of a coincidence that I came to live here because I had always found it quite boring. I thought there wasn’t much life and that was what I wanted when I moved to Copenhagen 15 years ago. Now that I live here, I find that it’s a relief that it’s so calm and it’s actually really beautiful. I feel like I get the best of both worlds. The peaceful and idyllic atmosphere that is here and then the slightly more hectic world just a few streets away from me. There is a lot going on that I can choose to do or not do.

understand that. It’s actually a huge municipality with everything from beautiful old residential neighbourhoods with homes for staggering amounts of money, to concrete jungles. Then there are the lively shopping areas of Værnedamsvej and Gammel Kongevej. There are also amazing theatres, green oases and authentic institutions where you feel like you are stepping back in time.

CAN YOU NAME 4 OF YOUR FAVOURITE PLACES?

Cafe Intime

WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT FREDERIKSBERG?

The best thing about Frederiksberg is definitely the diversity. Many Copenhageners don’t know Frederiksberg at all. They don’t have a sense of the kind of place that it really is. And I can

Værnedamsvej (Sings Tehus - which is on the side of the street that is Vesterbro, but still)

Landbrughøjskolens Have

Aurens Deli

WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND FOR TOURISTS?

Visit Frederiksberg’s parks and make time for it. They hide quite a lot of experiences that are not necessarily obvious at first glance, but which tell about the history of Copenhagen. It’s actually quite exciting and really cosy. Take a walk down Frederiksberg Allé and enjoy the

green Frederiksberg. Visit Café Intime and travel back in time to 1920s Copenhagen. It’s really a gem (You can also do the same at Hviids Vinstue. Go to the Cafe on Værnedamsvej.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

Photo by Ty Strange

VESTERBRO HAS A VERY LOCAL YET URBAN FEEL

Vesterbro is constantly changing but manages to retain its authentic soul like few other neighbourhoods in Copenhagen. This is according to Shana and Jakob, who live in Vesterbro.

LOCAL CITIZEN SHANA AND JAKOB

TELLS US ABOUT SECRET PEARLS FROM VESTERBRO

TELL US ABOUT VESTERBRO?

Shana:

“I’m still quite new to Vesterbro, but I fell in love with it really quickly. It’s impossible not to because there are so many delicious restaurants, unofficial cultural venues, and green oases where people hang out. It gives it a very local yet urban feel”.

WHAT MAKES VESTERBRO SPECIAL?

Jakob:

“Vesterbro is incredibly central. We have the Central Station and City Hall Square just around the corner, yet there’s a pretty clear boundary between the centre of Copenhagen and Vesterbro. It’s not an official border, but more of a unique feeling. You always know when you’re in Vesterbro”.

HOW DO YOU EXPERIENCE THIS UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE?

Jakob:

“There’s a big difference between Copenhagen and New York, but Vesterbro still has some of the same grittiness, homelessness, and poor people. In New York they just try to push homeless people out of the city, but in Vesterbro they try to help them and give them a better life. It’s a very warm and inclusive atmosphere”.

Photo by: Ty Stange

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE PLACES?

Shana:

“Experience Kødbyen and meet people there. And don’t miss Fiskebaren. You get the best sake in Copenhagen at Izakaya, which is highly recommended along with another Japanese eatery, Kóná in Carlsberg City. What’s more, Sanchez is really good at Mexican cuisine, and if the sun is shining, go to Sønder Boulevard and experience the vibe at Kiosk, which is half kiosk, half cafe”.

Jakob

“For tourists who want to experience classic Danish cuisine, I’d definitely recommend Frøken Barners Kælder, where they serve open sandwiches, Danish meatballs, and roast pork with parsley sauce cooked in the old-fashioned way”.

WHERE CAN YOU GO SHOPPING?

Shana

“Istedgade for sure. It’s a long street filled with cosy cafés, vintage shops, and indie stores with Danish design. This is where Vesterbro shops”.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

TELLS US ABOUT SECRET PEARLS FROM NØRREBRO

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO LIVE IN NØRREBRO?

I grew up in Nørrebro and consider it a district that never sleeps. It is a lively district with tempo, but at the same time there is a kind of relaxed atmosphere, which is difficult to find in other districts in Copenhagen.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN NØRREBRO?

I have lived here for 28 years.

WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT NØRREBRO?

The best thing about Nørrebro is that it is a diverse district with colourful people from different parts of the world, while everyone can feel a history of the city through the various

streets, parks, the world-famous H.C. Andersen’s grave, which is in Assistens Cemetery, Peblingesøen and other nice places.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE PLACES?

I love hanging out at Superkilen, which has been created in a cool international way. You will find items from 57 countries, such as Japanese cherry trees, benches from Brazil, palm trees from China and bicycle racks from

Finland. A lot of people hang out at Superkilen to play games, eat pizzas, or just relax, even though there may be noise. This is a place where you can also be at peace. It’s unique! Besides that, I generally love walking around Nørrebrogade and Elmegade, which is lively and cozy.

HOW DOES THE NEIGHBOURHOOD DIFFER FROM THE REST OF COPENHAGEN?

The neighbourhood offers diversity and tolerance. It is a neighbourhood where you can have fun, make noise and be yourself. There are neighbourhoods around Nørrebro that are already asleep after 22:00. Nørrebro never sleeps!

WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND TO TOURISTS?

Tourists must have the opportunity to see Superkilen and generally experience Nørrebro’s atmosphere by walking past winding streets and enjoying a meal from other cultures or drinking coffee at a cozy cafe, which can be found on almost every street.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE RESTAURANT?

Nordic Noodle, tasty shawarma from Kebabbro, delicious ice cream from Nicecream. Coffee and coziness at Andersen & Maillard, as well as Turkish baklava from Favori Baklavaci.

Photo: Martin Heiberg

LOKAL CITIZEN CHRISTINA

TELL US ABOUT LIVING IN AMAGER

TELL US ABOUT YOUR AMAGER?

“I’ve lived in Amager for 38 years. My parents bought an apartment in Vesterbro, but quickly moved back to Amager. So, we moved to my grandparent’s house and Parmagade. I’ve lived on Parmagade ever since”.

HOW HAS AMAGER CHANGED IN THAT TIME?

“Amager is less run-down today, and the farms have been closed off and cleaned up a bit, but there’s still room for everyone. There has to be. It’s part of the soul of Amager”.

WHAT MAKES AMAGER SPECIAL?

“I love Amager because you can find everything here. I like Copenhagen life, but Amager has a bit more peace and quiet, yet at the same time has everything you need. Beach, forest, airport, shopping, and you’ll find everything from rundown areas to refined Amager”.

DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE PLACE?

“I’ve spent many hours on the beach. When Amager beach was expanded and revamped, we used it a lot. Walking, swimming, packing a picnic basket and taking take my kids to the beach”.

HOW IS AMAGER DIFFERENT FROM COPENHAGEN?

“Amager is very versatile. It’s great to live on an island close to Copenhagen. We have nature areas like Fælleden and the forest in western Amager. I also have an allotment garden on Amager where we live in the summer. The allotments are very social with low hedges so that you can talk with neighbours and engage in their lives”.

YOU HAVE CHILDREN YOURSELF. WHAT TIPS DO YOU HAVE FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN?

WHAT EATERIES CAN YOU RECOMMEND?

“There are so many quirky little places, but I won’t name them because I think you should find them yourself. Explore the areas around Islands Brygge and Christianshavn”.

“For families with children, I’d definitely recommend Den Blå Planet and Amager Strand. For those who want to walk or cycle a long way, I’d recommend the Amager Mino, which is a 27-kilometre-long hiking route that takes you from the outermost part of Dragør all the way to Sundbyen. I’d also recommend taking children to Kastrup or Dragør Harbour to eat an ice cream and enjoy Amager”.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

#AMALIENBORG

#KRONBORGCASTLE

Walk through Danish history and the homes of the Danish Royal Family, past and present, at these stunning castles in Denmark. Get up close to the Danish crown jewels at Rosenborg Castle, spend a fun-filled day at Egeskov Castle or act out your best Hamlet impression at Kronborg Castle.

Photoby:PovlThomsen

#FREDERIKSBORGSLOT

Photo by: Nikki Jeffries

ROYAL CASTLES

MAGRETHE II OF DENMARK WITH THE ROYAL FAMILY

Photo by: Misc/Backgrid/Ritzau Scanpix

THE WORLD’S OLDEST MONARCY

The Royal Family is the crown jewel of Danish culture. As the Royal House blends old and new traditions, Queen Margrethe II is very much the focal point of modern Danish culture. Most Danes look forward to the Queen’s televised New Year speech and pay great attention to the wise words of the sovereign.

The Danish monarchy can be traced back more than 1000 years to Gorm the Old (d. 958). When absolutism was introduced in 1660-1661, the elective monarchy was replaced by an inherited monarchy.

The succession, which was based on the principle of male primogeniture, was laid down in the Lex Regia of 1665, which also regulated the Royal House’s domestic relations in other ways. The democratic constitution of 5th June 1849 changed the monarchy’s status from absolute to constitutional. The Act of Succession of 27th March 1953 allowed for the possibility of a female monarch, which is what enabled HM the Queen to accede to the throne in 1972.

In 2009, The Act of Succession was amended so that the eldest child (regardless of gender) succeeds to the throne and, as such, the old ways go hand in hand with new ways of modern life.

THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCE AND THE DANISH MONAC

Photo by: Foto-select

AMALIENBORG PALACE

At The Amalienborg Museum, you get right to the heart of the monarchy. You can go on a journey through time, spanning the last 150 years of history, and get to know the individuals behind the Danish monarchy. You can explore the rooms that the Royal Family inhabited, which are preserved as though their occupants had just left. The rooms and personal belongings tell a uinque family history – and an important part of Danish history. From the museum, there is access to the piano nobile, including the Gala Hall and other lavish rooms.

With a ceiling height of 8 metres, lavish gilding and a view of the palace square, the Gala Hall ranks among the most impressive rooms in Denmark. In 1794, the Royal Family commissioned artist Nicolai Abildgaard to design the interior. The renowned sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen created the sculptures.

Amalienborg Slotsplads 5, 1257 Copenhagen K

Photo by Peter Nørby

VISIT ROSENBORG CASTLE

In the early 17th century, Christian IV commissioned Rosenborg to be built outside Copenhagen’s old town. This small summer hermitage became the favourite residence of the King. Today, many of the rooms are preserved as they were in Christian IV’s time, and the pomp and circumstance of the past can be experienced in the form of the many furnishings and art treasures which surrounded Danish kings and queens until the 19th century.

Three silver lions guard the thrones of the king and queen. The silver lions were made for Frederik III in the 1660s. The tapestries on the

walls represent scenes from historic battles between Denmark and Sweden.

Get up close to Christian lV´s crown from 1596. The crown is the oldest in Denmark and weighs almost 3 kilos. Together with the other regalia, its gold, pearls and diamonds sparkle behind the thick walls of the Treasury beneath the castle.

Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 Copenhagen

A ROYAL VISIT AT CHRISTIANSBORG PALACE

Christiansborg Palace is one of very few working palaces you ca n actually visit. For generations, the palace has been setting the scene for the royal life with christenings, weddings and funerals in the Palace Church, and birthdays, jubilees and official duties in The Royal Reception Rooms. Feel the sparkling atmosphere in the Royal Kitchen.

Visit the Queens’ horses and coaches in the Royal Stables, and experience the remains of previous medieval and renaissance castles in the Ruins.

Opening hours and tickets: christiansborg.dk

THE ROYAL KITCHEN

The Royal Kitchen sparkles with one of Europe’s greatest collections of copperware. It is decorated exactly like it was on 15th May 1937, when Christian X celebrated his 25th jubilee with an extravagant menu. Listen to the sizzling pots. Feel how the smell of tenderloin and chicken is tickling your nose, and how the decadent pastries and beautiful flower arrangements are a thrill to the eye.

THE ROYAL RECEPTION ROOMS

Christiansborg Palace is placed in the heart of Copenhagen. Surrounded by glittering chandeliers, beautiful artworks and plenty of good stories, the Queen invites the people in for audiences, hosts galas and state visits, sign new laws and celebrates jubilees in the Royal Reception Rooms. Hear the stories of the impressing halls, their antique décor and the art pieces that decorate the walls.

YOUR OWN ROYAL TOUR OF COPENHAGEN

Take a walk in Copenhagen in the footsteps of the kings

For 650 years Copenhagen has been the home town of the Danish kings and here they have been surrounded by wonderful buildings and magnificent art. Take a walk in the center of Copenhagen where you can experience castles, parks, theaters and churches – each place telling its individual royal story.

1. AMALIENBORG MUSEUM

Amalienborg is the main residence of the royal family, and it consists of four palaces from the 1700thcentury. Take a walk past the beautiful castle yard and experience the changing of the Life Guards which takes place daily at noon. In the Amalienborg Museum in Christian 8.’s Palace you can explore the interiors of former kings and queens.

FarvergadeLøngangstræde

Rigsdagsgården

DronningensTværgade

2. THE MARBLE CHURCH

The foundation stone of the Marble Church was laid in 1749 in the period of Frederik V. However, the church was not completed until 1894. From the church yard of Amalienborg you have a magnificent view of the marble church with its impressing dome.

5. CHRISTIANSBORG CASTLE

The queen uses the impressing Christiansborg Castle for gala dinners, New Year levees and reception of ambassadors. Experience the glimmering reception rooms, the royal feast kitchen, the royal stables, the castle church and the ruins of Absalon’s castle and Copenhagen Castle. www.christiansborg.dk

3. THE ROYAL THEATRE

The queen has her own box in the theatre which was built in Italian style in 1874. The Royal Ballet has its home here at the Old Stage.

4. HOLMENS CHURCH (CHURCH OF THE ROYAL DOCKYARD)

When Queen Margrethe was married to Prince Henrik in 1967 the marriage took place in this beautiful renaissance church – one of the numerous buildings in Copenhagen made by Christian IV.

6. STORKESPRINGVANDET (THE STORK FOUNTAIN) THE CARITAS WELL

Copenhagen’s oldest fountain was built in 1608 by Christian 4. Each year on the Queen’s birthday, golden apples jump in the fountain.

7. VOR FRUE KIRKE (CHURCH OF OUR LADY)

This church in neoclassical style is the cathedral of Copenhagen and it was here Crown Prince Frederik was married to Crown Princess Mary in 2004.

Photo by Marc Skafte-Vaabengaard

Photo by: Sergii Figurnyi

8. RUNDETÅRN (THE ROUND TOWER)

Christian 4. liked new buildings and amongst others had this tower with an observatory at the top made in 1642. Go up the broad snail stairway and enjoy the view of The Queen’s Copenhagen. www.rundetaarn.dk

ROYAL EXPERIENCES OUTSIDE COPENHAGEN

Eremitageslottet (the hermitage castle)

9. KONGENS HAVE (THE KINGS GARDEN)

The park surrounding Rosenborg Castle was laid out at the beginning of the 17th century and hence is Denmark’s oldest royal garden. Today Kongens Have is one of the most popular oasises of Copenhagen.

Since 1735 Eremitageslottet has sat in Dyreparken, a UNESCO protected hunting area. The royal family has been able to retire to this castle while furious pair force hunts took place right outside. The castle can only be visited on a guided tour. www.eremitageslottet.dk

Kronborg Slot

10. ROSENBORG SLOT (ROSENBORG CASTLE)

This renaissance castle was built by Christian 4. in the 16th century and quickly became his favourite castle. Today it is a museum where you can experience the pomp and pageantry in the form of expensive furniture and art treasures surrounding Christian 4. and his descendants. In the treasury underneath the castle, the Danish crowns and the crown jewels of the Queen sparkle. www.rosenborg.dk

Kr onborg Castle is a magnificent renaissance palace and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site today. Kronborg was a legend in its heyday in the late 1500s, and even inspired Shakespeare to have his famous “Hamlet” take place on this exact location. www.kronborg.dk

Frederiksborg Slot

Frederiksborg Slot - the preferred hunting castle and summer residence of Christian 4. – is the largest Nordic renaissance castle. Today the castle houses The National Historic Museum and Denmark’s National Portrait Gallery. Under impressing vaults and in the magnificent rooms of the past the museum sets the life of the Danes in perspective – historically, globally, and existentially. www.dnm.dk

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THE ROYAL CASTLES A PART OF MODERN LIFE

Denmark has been a monarchy for more than 1000 years, a fact that is not just important for the history books. All over Zealand (Sjælland), royal castles are a source of pride, bringing the countryside and cities to life.

The Queen’s winter quarters, Amalienborg, are situated just between the city and the harbour, and the palace is in fact four palaces surrounding Amalienborg Palace Square. The Royal Guard changes every two hours, with a complete change of the guard every day at noon. Christian VIII’s Palace houses the

Amalienborg Museum, where you can take a royal journey through the past 150 years of the monarchy and visit the private chambers of previous kings and queens, maintained exactly as they were when the monarchs lived in them.

Up north, Fredensborg Palace is located on the eastern shore of Lake Esrum in Fredensborg, on the island of Zealand. It is the Danish Royal Family’s spring and autumn residence, and is often the scene of important state visits and events involving the Royal Family.

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THERE ARE PLENTY OF BEAUTIFUL DAY TRIP EXPERIENCES JUST OUTSIDE COPENHAGEN

Jægerspris Castle is only 50 km from Copenhagen Town Hall Square. At Jægerspris Castle you will find a unique historical park that has the magnificent idyl which you will only find in royal parks.

In the 1780s the royal family built a memorial park with 54 memorial columns made by the sculptor Wiedewelt. Here, the heroes of Danish history are honored, right from Absalon and Saxo to Tordenskjold and Peder Skram. You get a nice walk in the park by investigating the three burial mounds, one is “Jættestuen” which dates to 3000 BC and was excavated by Frederik V in 1746. Opposite the castle, you will find the second burial mound called “Julianehøj” built on an old burial mound. You can enter “Julianehøj” if you feel like it. The monument was made by Wiedewelt in 1776 and was dedicated to Queen Dowager Juliane Marie (1729-1796). She was one of the main forces behind Struensee’s execution in 1772. The third burial mound is Countess Danner’s Grave Mound. Countess Danner (1815-1874) lived in the castle and is buried in the park. The castle museum as well as Café Danner will be open in the summer period. Right outside the park (in the center of Jægerspris) you find Denmark’s oldest ice cream stand from 1913.

A SPECTACULAR WALK IN THE PARK

Castle Frederiksborg may have the most beautiful royal park in Denmark, but the park actually consists of two very different gardens: the Baroque Garden and the Landscape Garden.

The Baroque Garden is typical of the period, with strict symmetry and is made up of terraces, cascades, shaped trees and royal monograms. It is formed by no fewer than 65,000 boxwood plants. The impressive monograms can be found on the lower terrace of the Baroque Garden.

The Baroque Garden was laid out by Frederik IV in the 1720s with Johan C. Krieger as the landscape architect, and it is considered a masterpiece of garden design.

On the other end of the architectural scale, the Landscape Garden loosens the bonds of nature and allows the greenery to become more romantic, with free-growing woodland, large grassy areas, lakes, streams and winding paths. The Landscape Garden is open all year round from 10 am to sunset, but no later than 9 pm.

You can also enjoy a boat trip on the castle’s lake with the little ferry M/F Frederiksborg and enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch in the castle gardens’ cafe or restaurant.

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

Photo by Daniel Rasmussen

FREDERIKSBORG

Frederiksborg Castle – the largest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia was built in the early 1600s. Today the castle houses the Museum of National History and the Danish National Portrait Gallery. The breath-taking castle interiors, including magnificent vaults and richly decorated ceilings, are home to a collection of great history paintings by some of the most revered Danish artists – Lauritz Tuxen, Otto Bache and others –alongside more than 500 years of portrait art. Visitors can also experience the historical grandeur of the Great Hall, the Angel Hall, the Audience Chamber and the extraordinary Frederiksborg Castle Chapel.

The idyllic castle rises from three islands in the castle lake, surrounded by Frederiksborg Castle Garden and the city of Hillerød. Frederiksborg Castle Garden consists of two very different gardens: the Baroque Garden and the romantic landscape garden.

Every day during the summer, visitors can also sail across the castle lake on the M/S Frederiksborg, popularly known as “The Little Ferry”.

Frederiksborg Castle was originally a hunting castle for Danish kings. Frederiksborg Castle Garden is part of the expansive National Park Kongernes Nordsjælland, which also includes the par force hunting landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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KRONBORG CASTLE IS ONE OF EUROPE’S FINEST RENAISSANCE CASTLES

KRONBORG

- A UNESCO CASTLE

At the entrance to Øresund, the majestic Renaissance castle Kronborg enthrones in front of the seafaring city of Helsingør’s harbourfront. Here, where the strait between Denmark and Scania is narrowest, Kronborg has been the center of magnificent parties, drama, tragedies, intrigue, trade, war and love since Frederik II had the castle built in 1585.

Over the centuries, Kronborg, surrounded by its bastions and cannon batteries, has been both a royal residence and at the same time an impregnable fortress that has protected the profitable Øresund pass on the trade route between Eastern and Western Europe.

Today, Kronborg is one of Northern Europe’s most important castles from the Renaissance, and every year is a destination for guests from all over the world who come to Helsingør to experience the castle with its enthroned towers, wide spiral staircases, pretzel corners - and not least to feel the rush from the parties of the past and the decadent dramas that have played out here.

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JÆGERSPRIS CASTLE

One of Denmark’s oldest royal castles. Beautifully located in F jordlandet, surrounded by historic forests and fjords. The royal history go es back to the 13th century, since that period the castle has served as a hunting castle and summer residence for kings and queens

In 1854, Frederik VII and Countess Danner refurnished the castle for their private use. The rooms still appear as in the 1850s and you can experience the atmosphere in the historic interiors. In addition, the museum has an exhibition of Countess Danner’s historic orphanage which she opened at the castle in 1867, shortly after the death of Frederik VII. This year’s exhibition about architecture is How to Build a Castle.

The beautiful park offers plenty of space for pleasant walks and play. Furthermore, you can explore Wiedewelt’s 54 memorial columns from the 1780s and Countess Danner’s tomb. You will find Café Danner in the castle courtyard.

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The park is open all year round.

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HØRSHOLM EGNS MUSEUM

Museum of Hørsholm is beautifully located in the old buildings of Hirschholm Castle, which was once close by. A walk in the park gives you a historical feeling, and in the museum you can, in addition to an exhibition about Hirschholm Castle, also learn about the Enlightenment. In 2022, you will find a special exhibition with the cartoonist Karoline Stjernfelt’s award-winning cartoon about the love affair between Struensee and Queen Caroline Mathilde. “Oh, keep me innocent” it is called. Søndre Jagtvej 2, 2970 Hørsholm

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A SMALL CASTLE WITH A BIG VIEW

When you take a walk in Dyrehaven, head for the garden’s most beautiful view. One of treetops, deer and the Sound. You’ll also find a grand view at the small Hermitage Hunting Lodge. The fine baroque lodge is located at the top of the Eremitage Plain in The Dyrehaven and the view is worthy of a king. From June to August, Christian VI’s gem of a hunting lodge can be visited on a guided tour and from April to October, private tours can be booked, where you can hear all about the dramatic hunts and the odd table that gave the lodge its special name.

EXPERIENCE THE HERMITAGE CASTLE ON A TOUR

When the royal family hosts luncheons at The Hermitage, they are continuing a tradition that originated back in the time of Christian VI. Since 1735, The Hermitage has decorated a hilltop in Dyrehaven overlooking Øresund and ancient forests in a UNESCO-protected hunting landscape. Royals have rested in the castle’s petite halls, hung with precious silken tapestries, all while actionpacked hunting scenes took place just outside.

The Hermitage can be visited on English and Danish guided tours on selected dates from easter to the fall.

KOLDINGHUS CASTLE

Approaching Kolding’s historic royal castle is a unique experience. Perched on top of the castle mound, high above the town of Kolding, it is an awe-inspiring sight. That was precisely the intention when Koldinghus was built in 1268 to keep watch over the kingdom’s southern border. For centuries, it was one of Denmark’s most important royal castles. In 1808, while Spanish soldiers were billeted there, a fire broke out that wrecked the castle, and for many years, it stood as a romantic ruin. Today, Koldinghus is an exceptional historical gem with outstanding rooms and halls, a royal dress-up workshop and varying exhibitions.

Around 1600, Christian IV created a castle chapel at Koldinghus. In the fire in 1808, the

Giants’ Tower collapsed and crushed the chapel. When the castle was restored in the late 1970s, the chapel was not rebuilt. The four walls of the room are all that remains of its former glory. Instead, the restoration architects used lighting to hint at the original architecture of the room.

The Royal Yact Dannebrog In this exhibition, the Royal Danish Collection invites visitors to Koldinghus on board the Royal Ship Dannebrog. The 800-m 2 Ruin Hall, which extends over four floors, forms the setting of the exhibition, which gives an impression of life on board for both the Royal Family and the crew.

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What to See in Copenhagen does not only have an eye for Copenhagen. You will find other great experiences remarkably close to the city. Walk in Dyrehaven, north of Copenhagen. Take to the beaches at Tisvilde and Gilleleje. Experience the museums in Elsinore, Stevns and Faxe. There are so many adventures less than an hour away from Copenhagen waiting to be experienced.

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LOVELY DAY TRIP

By Søren Sorgenfri

LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF MODERN ART

TELL US WHAT YOU DO AT LOUISIANA ART MUSEUM.

“I studied art history and my job is to communicate and teach art. I spend most of my working hours at the Children’s House, but I also work with communicating art and artworks to adults in the evening”.

children should be part of the museum’s daily life is deeply rooted in the museum’s philosophy of art for everyone. That’s why we have the Children’s House, a 500 m2 part of the museum dedicated to children. Here you can touch, run, and talk loudly”.

HOW DO YOU TALK ABOUT ART WITH CHILDREN?

MUSEUMS ARE OFTEN MOSTLY FOR ADULTS. IS THERE EVEN ROOM FOR CHILDREN IN A MUSEUM?

“Children have been a part of the museum from day one. When Louisiana was built in 1958, it was with a permanent drawing workshop for children, and the idea that

“In the Children´s House we talk about the techniques and materials that a work of art is made of. The children can work with the same techniques and materials and get a feel for the artist’s work. We use different tools such as songs, puzzles and games to open the artwork, and suddenly the children get an understanding.

LOUISE FROM THE CHILDREN’S CENTRE AT LOUISIANA TELLS US WHY SHE LOVES HER WORK

EXPERIENCE ART AT CHILDREN’S LEVEL

Then you have to remember that you can read all kinds of art books about great works, but children have a direct approach and cut to the bone honestly, and with their imagination they give us adults new perspectives on an otherwise familiar subject.”

WHAT’S DAILY LIFE LIKE AT THE MUSEUM?

ARE ADULTS INVOLVED?

“Yes, often the parents help the children make their own small works of art, which are then displayed. Sometimes, the adults say that they’ve walked past a piece of art many times without stopping, but when they’re allowed to use the same materials that the artist has used, they get a completely new perception and start to stop and look”.

“Louisiana is designed as a museum for everyone. That’s why the building style was chosen in 1958, as villas were typically built in the 1950s, and back then it was unheard of to buy a cup of coffee in a museum. Nature has also been taken into account, and if you look at the black wooden panels and large windows, this is to give the impression that you’re both walking around in nature inside the museum and looking out at a work of art shaped by nature or the statues in the garden”.

WHAT DOES THAT DO TO THE WORKING DAY?

“The layout of the museum is the same, but new exhibitions, artists and daily visitors mean that no two days are the same. This means that every day at Louisiana is a new work of art”.

NAKKEHOVED FYR

At the top of North Zealand, in Gilleleje, you find the lighthouses: Nakkehoved East and West. Experience the beautiful nature and see the spectacular view from the top. Here is also an exhibition about the history of the Lighthouse and a small cafe. And when you are in Gilleleje – you should also visit “Skibshallerne” in the old part of town.

SKIBSHALLERNE – MUSEUM OM LIVET I GILLELEJE

How did people live, work, go to school and vacation in the fishing village of Gilleleje?

See the old fishing boats and learn more about the dangerous life at sea. Experience a mid-1800 house with its low ceilings and earthen floor. A classroom from 1865 takes you back to school more than a hundred years ago.

Visit the small vacation homes from the 1950’s and 60’s – could you vacation in a 10 m² cottage? “Skibshallerne” are located in the middle of old Gilleleje surrounded by a beautiful old orchard.

ÆBELHOLT MONASTERY

Æbelholt Monastery was in the Middle Ages the largest Augustinian monastery in the north. Enjoy the rush of history with a walk by the ruins and get the story of life, death and disease in the Middle Ages in the small museum and in the monastery garden. The museum has a selection of the many skeletons that archaeological excavations have uncovered.

HILLERØD BYMUSEUM

Town history for both children and adults. In Time Street you are welcome to touch. At the grocery store, in the painting workshop, in the old school and in the physics laboratory, the children can play into the story. Outside there are old-fashioned toys to play with. The museum is within walking distance of Frederiksborg Castle.

EXPERIENCE UNIVERSE FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS

The Technical Museum of Denmark is an experience universe for children and adults with the courage to be curious.

Try aircraft whose engines start when you step into them, turn on the many fun models or sit back and experience the technology history that has changed our lives over the past 150 years with a large selection of interactive exhibits. Experience the world’s oldest car that can still drive and the capsule that brought the Danish astronaut Andreas Mogensen into space.

The exhibition GAMER examines the effect gaming has on our lives with exciting experiences, but perhaps also with shadowy sides. Remember to try the arcade classic above them all: Pac-man!

BLACK ENERGY AND GREEN HOPE

GAMER

Phones, tablets, and computer screens are an important part of our daily lives, not least for entertainment use. But how does gaming affect us?

Denmark - together with the rest of the world - is facing an all-encompassing climate crisis. This challenge will be the focus of the Technical Museum of Denmark in 2021, with the exhibition BLACK ENERGY AND GREEN HOPE. The exhibition tells the story of how we have built up increasing dependence on large amounts of energy over the past 200 years, and in collaboration with researchers, investigates which technologies may replace fossil fuels.

Experience the two exhibitions and many more special exhibitions and upcoming events, such as space activities with a visit to a space station, the Danish championships in paper flight and some impressive model railways.

LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF MODERN ART

Located on the coast 25 miles north of Copenhagen in scenic surroundings, you will find the international museum of modern art, Louisiana.

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art stands as a shining example of Danish modernism, and strikes that rare balance between landscape, architecture and art in a unique interaction that makes a visit special throughout the year and that attracts guests from across the world. The museum presents eight to ten exhibitions

every year, and holds a distinguished collection of modern and contemporary art. Besides individual features that are almost always on view, the bulk of the collection is shown in selective, rotating presentations. A walk in the Sculpture Park is an essential part of the Louisiana experience year-round. This is where you will find panoramic views of the Sound, as well as 45 sculptures that are an important part of the museum’s collection.

The Calder Terrace.

Photo: Poul Buchard / Brøndum & Co.

The museum is also a vibrant meeting place with opening hours until 22:00 Tuesday to Friday and a centre for events and activities for both children and adults. At Louisiana, Café you can enjoy both lunch and dinner with a world-class view over the Sound and Alexander Calder’s majestic sculptures at The Calder Terrace. And if stopping by the shop, you can explore the large and varied selection of products, ranging from classic to new and experimental Danish and Scandinavian design.

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art Installation photo from New Acquisitions 2016-2021. Art. Photo: Malle Madsen. The Children’s Wing. Photo: Bjarke Ørsted. The Giacometti Gallery. Photo: Kim Hansen.

FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ARNE JACOBSEN

Bellevue beach is not only one of Copenhagen’s most beautiful and popular beaches, but it is also an architectural gem.

The still functioning Skovshoved gas station was designed by Arne Jacobsen, considered to be one of the greatest figures in Danish design and architectural history. The gas station was built in 1936 as one of the best examples of the funkis architectural wave that has set high standards for Danish design ever since. Note the gas station’s roof, which is a direct reference to the Arne’s furniture classic, the Ant chair.

The nearby Søholm townhouses are the epicentre of Arne Jacobsen’s history and ideas. He designed the row of houses and furnished the outer row house for himself, his family and his studio. He lived here for 20 years until his death in 1971. It was here that the lines for famous buildings such as the SAS Royale and the National Bank were drawn, and many of his later, world-famous pieces of furniture, were designed.

Photo: Jacob Lisbygd

WHAT A BELLEVUE!

Bellevue Beach at Hellerup is always popular in the summertime. Bellevue means beautiful view in French, and for Bellevue beach the name has a double meaning. There is the stunning view of the sea and the beautiful blue waves of Øresund, but there is also a view of spectacular architecture here. At Bellevue you can discover Danish architectural history. Because you can’t say Bellevue, without saying Arne Jacobsen. This is where you’ll find magnificent examples of Jacobsen’s all-encompassing design. Where he designed everything from buildings to lamps, to fixtures, textiles and furniture.

Bellevue Strandbad, Arne Jacobsen’s first building, is no exception to his architectural mindset. Completed in the summer of 1932, Bellevue Strandbad has been a favourite destination for Copenhageners and tourists alike ever since.

Since then, iconic buildings such as the Bellavista Apartments and the Bellevue Theatre have been added as part of Arne Jacobsen’s timeless design and architectural portfolio.

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KAREN BLIXEN MUSEUM

Rungstedlund is situated north of Copenhagen along the beautiful coastal road “Strandvejen” with lovely views to both woodland a nd across the Sound to Sweden. Returning home after seventeen years in Kenya, Karen Blixen sat down here at her desk and wrote herself into world literary greatness.

The rooms of Karen Blixen remain just as she left them, providing the museum’s visitors with a vivid and authentic impression of the writer’s very personal home, full of ambience and character. Walk through Karen Blixen’s rooms, which, with their special atmosphere and decorative furnishings, fire the imagination. Be entranced by her study where the stunning view across the Sound will inspire a deeper understanding of her life and works. A selection of guided tours is available at extra cost and is highly recommended. Book in advance via the

website https://blixen.dk/en/visit-the-museum/ guided-tours.

Enjoy a walk in the Bird Sanctuary and spoil yourself in the museum’s cozy cafe named after Karen Blixen’s faithful housekeeper, Madam Carlsen. In addition to the museum’s permanent collections, Rungstedlund offers special exhibitions, organizes events, and provides guided themed tours in the museum and the Bird Sanctuary.

www.blixen.dk/en

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Photo: Annemette Kuhlmann

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HEAD NORTH AND DISCOVER HAMLET’S ELSINORE!

Head north to Elsinore, with its stunning views of the Sound. Here, Kronborg Castle watches over Elsinore’s old cobbled and narrow streets, and you will also find three of North Zealand’s most interesting museums.

Denmark’s Technical Museum is a veritable universe of experiences for adults and children of all ages who are curious about the history of things such as the bicycle, large airplanes, diving bells and other fascinating inventions and stories from the world of technology.

While here, take the time to visit Kronborg Castle. The grand Renaissance castle from 1585, overlooking the Sound, was the setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and is visited by thousands of visitors every year to see the

castle grounds, winding corridors, twisting towers, and to wrap themselves up in the tragedy that was one of the greatest plays ever written.

Elsinore City Museum has moved into the magnificent building of the Kulturværft and it is here where you can learn more about the city’s crucial part in Danish history.

To eat or not to eat? Life is too short for boring food experiences, so take your lunch at Værftets Madmarked and taste the world cuisine at one of the many stalls in the market.

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HELSINGØR BYMUSEUM

Elsinore is full of stories

In the charming historic streets in the city centre, on the cultural harbour with Kronborg and in the old industrial shipyard area, you will meet stories about the people who have lived in the city through the ages.

If you want the best experience with Elsinore’s stories, I recommend that you take the time to visit the living house museum Skibsklarerergaarden, where you go back 200 years in time with all your senses. There are also city walks with a gentleman or lady from 19th century Elsinore. Or I can tempt you with two brand new exhibitions

‘Voices from the Shipyard’ at the Shipyard Museum and ‘A trip to Elsinore’ at the City Museum at the Culture Yard. (In addition, you can explore the city’s spaces and find stories on storytellers, on signs or download the popular podwalks).

3 museums = 600 years of local history

Allegade 2, 3000 Helsingør

www.helsingormuseer.dk

In Lund, there arecountless independent specialty shops that make Lund’s city center something really unique. It is easy to find a good place to eat in Lund. The town is full of cafés and coffee places.

LUND

Lund is a thousand-year-old university town with a medieval city center, charming cobbled streets, beautiful squares, parks and a lot cafés with outdoor seating. The cathedral which next year is 900 years old and a world-famous university from the 17th century, have both been the core of the city’s history and culture. Lund is also a youthful city with 50,000 students and an international atmosphereonly 45 minutes from Copenhagen.

HISTORY & CULTURE

In the heart of Lund is the beautiful park Lundagård, which houses the cathedral as well as the University’s main building and the Open-Air Museum ”Kulturen” - the second oldest openair museum in the world. Here we find buildings that were moved from Skåne, Blekinge and Småland in a beautiful park that covers two neighborhoods in the middle of the city. Kulturen is also a cultural history museum with exciting exhibitions and activities for children.

The Museum of Sketches is a unique art museum with the world’s largest collection of sketches and models for Swedish and international public art. The museum also has a sculpture park and a restaurant, På Skissernas, with a wonderful outdoor seating area.

Lund’s Stadspark is an unusually beautiful park. Here we find the culture house Mejeriet, a skating park and Lund’s largest playground which offers a wonderful experience for children.

The Botanical Garden is a place much loved by the Lund residents - during all seasons. There are thousands of different plants here and a beautiful greenhouse with tropical plants.

From April to September the lovely Café Botan is open in beuatiful setting by the pond.

COFFEE SHOPS & RESTAURANTS

It is easy to find a good place to eat in Lund. The town is full of cafés and coffee places such as Broder Jakob’s, Patisseriet, Alice & Kattens Tesalong, Chocolaterie Hovby no. 9 and the specialty coffee bar Love Coffee. Restaurants include Klostergatan’s Vin & Delikatess, Mat & Destillat, Ihsiri, Restaurang VED, the Alley Cat, M.E.A.T., Torget´s Taperìa and the classic Grand Hotel with a magnificent dining room. Lund has three wine bars - Kyrkogatan and Lenoteket with a view of the Cathedral and the winebar Love Coffee & Winebar that specializes in natural wines.

LUNDS SALUHALL

Saluhallen is located at Mårtenstorget. The market hall has plenty of delicatessens and specialty shops with meat, fish, cheese, bread, confectionery as well as local products and Italian delicacies including fresh pasta.

There are also several restaurants, including Malmstens Fisk, Gamla Franska, Alfredo’s serving pasta, pizza and gelato, the Persian restaurant Pistachio and Surf Shack.

SHOPPING

In Lund, there are countless independent specialty shops that make Lund’s city center something really unique. Among the many are Tehuset Java, Boardwalk Surf & Street, Lexis Papper, Scandinavian Sportsmen, Butik Noun, Ahlgrens Konfektyr, Grand Deli, Chocolaterie Hovby no.9, Tant Hulda, Hasselgrens Glas & Porslin, Bric à Brac, Lek & Sak and Ostabengtson. You will also find many of the large chain stores here, as well as several second hand and vintage shops selling antiques and old books.

Chocolaterie Hovby no 9

Alice & Kattens Tesalong

Tant Hulda Hep Cat Store

Broder Jakobs Stenugnsbageri

Lexis Papper Boardwalk

Reko Deli

Tehuset Java Patisseriet

Bruk & Form

Sportsmen Chic o Chic Ylva Interiör Buljong

PURVEYORS OF QUALITY AND ARTISAN FOOD SINCE 1909

Check out our selected fish, meat, chocolate and cheese shops. Specialty shops offering Scanian mustard, small-scale food craftsmanship, loads of bread and fresh pasta. The range is huge and for lunch and dinner you can choose from hamburgers, fish, vegetarian, Persian or Italian cuisine, as well as traditional Swedish meals. Saluhallen is a meeting place for food lovers in the heart of Lund since 1909.

Lunds Saluhall Mårtenstorget 1, Lund. www.lundssaluhall.se

Design & Quality

Lexis Papper offers hand-picked stationery from Europe and Japan with the world´s finest brands represented. Fine quality pens, a large selection of inks, writing utensils, notebooks of all sorts and everything for the creative office.

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THE COLD WAR DIVIDED THE WORLD IN TWO

The Cold War divided the world in two, and repeatedly threatened to throw the Eastern and Western blocs into World War III. Denmark’s role on the edge of the abyss is a fascinating insight into modern Danish history and icy foreign policy that a lot of people remember, but few people know much about.

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PERSONAL STORY FROM THE COLD WAR

By Søren Sorgenfri

THE COLD WAR IS STILL HOT

When you walk around Copenhagen’s old, cozy streets on a hot sunny day, it is difficult to imagine that Denmark’s security was at stake in the Cold War. It was a conflict between countries in the East and the West, which involved virtually all the nations of the world and lasted from 1947 to 1991. A protracted war of political exhaustion, which is again of great interest in these years and which one can visit, learn more about and be inspired by in many museums in the capital area and the rest of Zealand.

Denmark’s position on the world map, close to the Soviet Union and the other countries in the Warsaw Pact, made the Danish position in NATO cooperation central.

But what was Denmark’s role really like during that period? We have asked Gustav Lang about this. He talks us through educational museums and makes us wiser about a time we remember, but do not really know much about.

Gustav Lang is a retired commander of the Danish Royal Navy frigate Peder Skram and director of the floating Cold War museum Skibene on Holmen.

‘Denmark’s geostrategic position as a kind of plug in the gap between the North Sea and the Atlantic and the Baltic Sea and the Soviet Navy, ports and shipyards was and still is of crucial importance,’ he says.

GUSTAV LANG COMMANDER (P) TELLS US THE STORY OF WHAT IT WAS LIKE DURING THE COLD WAR.

Denmark’s geographical location and position were of great importance for the Danish role in, among other things, NATO:

‘Denmark was joined by NATO and still is perceived as a deployment area, should there ever be a conflict. This meant that between the United States and the Soviet Union and between NATO and the Warsaw Pact, there was always a latent conflict based on mutual distrust and the consequent need to know something about the other,’ he says.

This meant the Danish Airforce and navy ships, together with West Germans, were very often the guarantors of NATO, thus ensuring the United States knew enough about the Warsaw Pact’s exercises at sea and in the air in the Baltic Sea.

The Danish surveillance of the Baltic Sea area and airspace was extremely important:

‘If the member states of the Warsaw Pact decided to do more than practice exercises in the Baltic Sea, Denmark had to be alert.

‘The warning about whether the Warsaw Pact one day was on its way to Danish and West German shores had to be obtained from Denmark and West Germany, plus some simple surveillance satellites. It was simply Denmark’s task to keep an eye and keep watch on the Baltic Sea and movement of the eastern bloc in this vital area of Northern Europe,’ Gustav Lang says.

MUSEET SKIBENE PÅ HOLMEN

The Ships on Holmen is Denmark’s oldest floating Cold War museum, beautifully located on Nyholm, just opposite Toldboden in the old Copenhagen harbour.

Here you can explore the large frigate Peder Skram, the torpedo missile boats Sehested and Mastekranen, and the submarine Sælen.

Children can sit in a cannon that they can control themselves, and curious adults get a unique opportunity to experience radio stations, operating rooms, and weapon systems from a not very distant past with important tasks for the defence of Denmark at sea.

‘It was the task of the Danish Navy – closely coordinated with the West German fleet – to ensure patrols in the Baltic Sea took place every year, to which came the so-called “star patrols” where specially equipped Danish and West German ships sailed close to the Soviet, Polish and East German naval border to keep an eye on what they were doing. Skibe on Holmen contains lots of stories, documentaries and anecdotes from the Navy’s tasks and operations in the Baltic Sea in the time of the Cold War.’

Gustav Lang.

Elefanten, 1439 Copenhagen

COOPERATION BETWEEN THE NAVY AND AIR FORCE

The protection of Denmark during the Cold War took place not only at sea, but very much in the air.

Therefore, there was a great need for intimate cooperation between the Navy and Air Force, to prepare for a possible attack from the east. Especially due to the isolated island Bornholm’s lonely location in the Baltic Sea, the situation was tense from a Danish perspective. The close co-operation between the West German and the Danish Navy and Air Force had a very concrete significance for the everyday lives of Danish pilots and men of the Navy.

‘The Air Force and Navy worked very closely together largely daily. The ships patrolled the waters so often that nothing could take place

undetected, and the Air Force flew similar daily patrols over the Baltic Sea and the Danish waters to ascertain whether anything irregular was going on. The Air Force and Navy practiced manoevres, had many common procedures, including the distinctive feature the working language was English during the Cold War, in contrast to the Army sticking with the Danish language.

The West German Navy Air Force and the Danish Air Force worked very closely together on the daily surveillance patrols, just as the West German Navy in the Baltic Sea with bases in Flensburg and Kiel worked very closely with the Danish Navy.’

Gustav Lang

Photo by: Parafull

THE EXHIBITION ‘AIR UNDER THE WINGS’

The Technical Museum of Denmark lets you feel the buzz of aviation history. Literally! With the exhibition ‘Air Under the Wings’, the beautiful museum in Elsinore tells everything from how aviation took off from dreams reserved for wild daredevils, and who made the first sensational flight over Copenhagen, to how flights became everyday reality and a big part of our modern lives. The exhibition shows the vital role the Air Force played in the defence of Denmark during the Cold War. See the iconic fighter planes such as Gloster Meteor, Lockheed Starfighter, and the museum’s impressive outdoor landmark Lockheed Shooting Star.

During the Cold War, the task of the Air Force, to keep an eye on aircrafts from the Eastern Bloc, was often dramatic for the pilots.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

On Wednesdays, there is a tour twice a day, which is free once the entrance fee has been paid, where the history of beautiful collection of space travel, rockets and airplanes is told.

Fabriksvej 25, 3000 Helsingør

Photo by: Kim Matthai Leland

Phptp by: Daniel Rasmussen

PANZERMUSEUM EAST

At Scandinavia’s largest Cold War museum –PanzerMuseum East – you can experience the enormous Soviet war machine in a lifelike way, which shows the tensions of the Cold War period (during WAPA), and the constant threat of attacks on Denmark and Western Europe with armoured vehicles and air forces. If the threats had escalated and a war had thus been initiated, both the Eastern and Western blocs would probably have initiated the total annihilation of Europe with nuclear weapons.

According to intel from the Soviets, Poland was to be responsible for the actual conquest of Denmark, supported by the GDR and Russia in order to open up for the exit from the Baltic Sea.

At PanzerMuseum East, you can see more than 70 different items, such as real tanks, armoured wheeled vehicles, cannons, helicopters, nuclear missiles/bombs, specialised wheeled vehicles, radars, motorcycles, uniforms and medals, as well as an exciting NVA clothing depot.

Every day during the holidays and on all weekends, an exciting truck safari is driven in a large Polish 6x6 military truck, fun for both children and adults.

When you are satisfied with the many impressions in the 4500 m2 large halls, you can relax and perhaps enjoy a picnic at one of the five lakes in the beautiful 17-acre park/ orest which encloses the entire museum, or you can go souvenir shopping in the nostalgic PanzerMagazin with toys, collector’s objects and military paraphernalia.

Fladholtevej 18, 4200 Slagelse

Photo by: Vectorkel

DENMARK WAS THE GATEKEEPER OF THE BALTIC SEA

In the case of Denmark, the Cold War was largely about keeping an eye on the horizon and the movements of the Eastern Bloc.

As a highly regarded NATO member, and with a position as the outermost outpost between the two blocs, Denmark had extensive patrols in the air and at sea.

In this cold conflict without armed clashes, Denmark had a role as the ‘gatekeeper’ of the Baltic Sea.

Photo by: u3d

There is no doubt the Danish Navy and Air Force enjoyed great popularity and respect among our close allies during the Cold War. There were a number of reasons for this, including our (German and Danish) impressive, detailed knowledge of the area, our skill and courage, and not least great and time-and-time proven ability to work closely with everyone from NATO during the annual exercises in the North and Baltic Sea,’ says Gustav Lang.

However, controlling Danish waters was a major political balancing act. Although the Danish waters are of course Danish and subject to the decision of the Danish politicians, greater consideration had to be given. Gustav Lang explains:

‘Denmark had the task of being the plug in the ‘hole’ between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, and the laying of sea mines in Danish waters could have been an option in a crisis. The problem for a politician in such a crisis is the Danish straits are also transit waters for foreign ships and therefore subject to extensive international legislation that obliges Denmark to ensure free passage in and out of the Baltic Sea. To mine those waters to protect themselves or prevent naval units of the Warsaw Pact in leaving the Baltic Sea would be a serious act and break international law.’

Waters and airspace around Zealand were of great importance, but citizens of Bornholm have for decades been used to hearing the Danish fighter jets patrolling around the Baltic Sea. Gustav Lang says:

‘Bornholm was equipped with some intelligence equipment on Dueodde and a fairly large crew at the Air Force Surveillance Center and Bornholm’s Marine District with submarine ships from the Navy, and played a major role in ensuring an updated picture of the situation in the Baltic Sea. It was Denmark’s task to send a warning to NATO if the Warsaw Pact moved in the Baltic Sea region.

This meant daily flight patrols as well as lengthy tasks for the Navy’s units, which could amount to more than 180 sailing days in a year,’ he says.

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10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DENMARK, COPENHAGEN AND THE DANES

1. We love our coffee—the Danish population drinks 11,6 million cups of coffee every day.

2. There are approx. 6 million Danes and the price of a cup of coffee is 5 euro at most cafes.

3. But we don’t have the euro; we have the krone (meaning “crown”).

4. We have no word for please either, sorry.

5. A survey in 2016 found Danes are the happiest people in the world.

6. Lonely Planet named Copenhagen as the world’s top city to visit.

7. The Copenhagen Metro has three lines, with a fourth on the way. Prices are from 3 euro and the Metro can take you from the airport to the city centre in 15 minutes.

8. Danes love bikes and half the Copenhagen population pedal to work.

9. Get on the bike and hit the road. The Harbour Ring (Havneringen) is a 13 km route passing a lot of impressive sights.

10. Three-quarters of the food served in public institutions is organic.